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Result Display

Result display labeled with three numbered callouts: result field, scale and unit, expression field

1Result Field
2Scale and Unit
3Expression Field

The result display 1is green when a conversion or calculation is complete. You can control the formatting and resolution of values in the Accuracy screen, found in Setup.

The unit and scale of the value is displayed in section 2. Notice that the unit and scale match the active green buttons in the calculator.

The top row 3displays the original value or expression you entered. When you start a new conversion or clear the display, these results will be transferred to the History Tape.

Result display during data entry, with fields for whole number, numerator, and denominator

During data entry, the display area will act as your editing area, just like a typical calculator. The unit and scale of the value will match the active gray buttons, but the scale direction indicator will be neutral. When working with fractions, the editing area will be divided into fields for whole numbers, numerators and denominators.

Result display showing a calculation error

If you trigger a calculation error, the screen can be reset with the C or AC button.