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Square Root Calculator

Find the square root of any number, check for perfect squares and simplify radicals like √72 = 6√2.

Enter values

Results update as you type.

Result

√72

8.4852813742

Simplified radical
6√2
Perfect square?
No
Check
8.48528137² = 72

About the Square Root Calculator

Find the square root of any number, check for perfect squares and simplify radicals like √72 = 6√2.

Also known as: sqrt calculator, root calculator, simplify square root, radical calculator, square root of.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter number.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
  3. Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
  4. Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.

Formula

√x = y where y² = x

Worked example

Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:

  • Number = 72

the calculator returns:

  • √72: 8.4852813742
  • Simplified radical: 6√2
  • Perfect square?: No
  • Check: 8.48528137² = 72

Frequently asked questions

How do you simplify a square root?

Factor out the largest perfect square. √72 = √(36 × 2) = 6√2.