2x2 multiply
[[1,2],[3,4]] x [[2,0],[1,2]][[4,4],[10,8]] because row 1 x column 1 is 1x2 + 2x1 = 4
Matrix Calculator
Enter 2x2 or 3x3 matrices, then add, subtract, multiply, transpose, or find the determinant with plain steps and copyable answers.
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Matrix A
Matrix B
Multiply 2x2[4, 4] [10, 8]
- Operation
- Multiply
- Size
- 2x2
- Uses Matrix B
- Yes
Steps
- Multiply each row of Matrix A by each column of Matrix B.
- Add each row-column product to fill the matching result entry.
- The result is [4, 4] [10, 8].
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Input tips
Add and subtract need Matrix A and Matrix B to be the same size.
Matrix multiplication uses rows of Matrix A and columns of Matrix B, so order matters.
Determinant and transpose only use Matrix A on this page.
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How to use the Matrix Calculator
- Choose 2x2 or 3x3 matrix size.
- Choose add, subtract, multiply, determinant, or transpose.
- Enter Matrix A and Matrix B when the operation needs both matrices.
- Press Calculate matrix to see the result, steps, examples, copy, and history.
What people use it for
Check 2x2 and 3x3 matrix addition or subtraction before homework goes in.
Multiply square matrices and see the row-by-column rule instead of just the answer.
Find a 2x2 determinant with ad - bc or a 3x3 determinant with expansion by minors.
Transpose a matrix when rows and columns need to switch places.
Quick examples
2x2 add
[[1,2],[3,4]] + [[5,6],[7,8]][[6,8],[10,12]] by adding matching spots
2x2 determinant
det([[3,4],[2,5]])7 because 3x5 - 4x2 = 15 - 8
3x3 determinant
det([[6,1,1],[4,-2,5],[2,8,7]])-306
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about matrix operations, multiplication order, determinants, supported sizes, and privacy.
What matrix operations are supported?
The Matrix Calculator supports addition, subtraction, multiplication, determinant, and transpose for 2x2 and 3x3 square matrices.
When can I add or subtract two matrices?
The two matrices need the same size. A 2x2 can add to another 2x2, and a 3x3 can add to another 3x3. Each answer spot comes from the matching spot in Matrix A and Matrix B.
What do the main Matrix Calculator inputs mean?
Choose 2x2 or 3x3, then enter each value in its row and column in Matrix A. Add, Subtract, and Multiply also use the matching-size Matrix B grid. Determinant and Transpose only use Matrix A. Entries can be positive, negative, whole, or decimal numbers.
How should I read the Matrix Calculator answer?
Add, Subtract, Multiply, and Transpose return a matrix with rows and columns in square brackets. Determinant returns a single number. Check Operation, Size, and Uses Matrix B below the answer, then read Steps to follow the selected operation.
What should I double-check before trusting the Matrix Calculator?
Check the selected size and operation, then check every row and column position and negative sign. Keep Matrix A and Matrix B in the intended order for multiplication because A x B can differ from B x A. Press Calculate matrix after changing an entry before copying the answer.
Does order matter for matrix multiplication?
Yes. Matrix multiplication is order-sensitive. A x B can be different from B x A because each answer entry uses a row from the first matrix and a column from the second.
What is a determinant?
A determinant is a single value calculated from a square matrix. For a 2x2 matrix [[a,b],[c,d]], the determinant is ad - bc.
Why does the calculator only show 2x2 and 3x3 matrices?
Those sizes cover the quick checks most people need on this page, and they keep the grid readable on a phone. Bigger matrices need a different layout and slower step display.
Can this solve systems of equations?
Not yet. This version checks core matrix operations. If you are solving systems, use the result as one step in your work and still check the equation setup.
Can I use decimals or negative values?
Yes. Matrix entries can be positive, negative, whole, or decimal numbers.
Is my matrix history private?
Yes. Recent matrix answers stay only in the current browser tab while you use the page. They are not sent to a server.