Trigonometric Identities Calculator
Recover related trig values with MiniWebtool’s Trigonometric Identities Calculator. Supply a known function value, quadrant, and identity type to calculate the other functions with steps and selectable precision up to 100 decimal places.
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Enter a known trig value and its quadrant below to get sin, cos, tan, csc, sec and cot with the steps.
About Trigonometric Identities Calculator
Welcome to the Trigonometric Identities Calculator, a comprehensive tool for calculating all trigonometric function values using fundamental identities. When you know one trig value (like $\sin(x)$ or $\cos(x)$) and the quadrant, this calculator finds all other values and applies various identity formulas with complete step-by-step solutions.
At a Glance
Trigonometric Identities Calculator finds all six trig function values from one known value and the quadrant. It also applies double-angle and half-angle formulas, with steps and up to 100 decimal places.
| Feature | What you get | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Known value | Pick sin, cos, tan, csc, sec or cot and enter its value. For sin and cos it must be between -1 and 1, and for csc and sec at least 1 in absolute value. | Starting from whichever ratio a problem gives you |
| Quadrant signs | Choose quadrant I to IV, and signs of the other functions follow the ASTC rule. | Resolving the positive or negative root correctly |
| Identity type | Apply Pythagorean only, Double Angle, Half Angle or All. Results include sin, cos and tan of 2x and x/2. | Checking double-angle and half-angle homework |
| All six values | Returns sin, cos, tan, csc, sec and cot, the angle in degrees and radians, and a check of sin squared plus cos squared equals 1. | Getting every related value at once |
| Precision | Select 1 to 100 decimal places. | High-precision results |
| Unit circle and steps | A unit circle diagram shows the quadrant, and step-by-step solutions show the formulas used. | Following the working |
What This Calculator Does
Given a known trigonometric function value and the quadrant where the angle lies, this calculator:
- Calculates all six basic trig functions: $\sin(x)$, $\cos(x)$, $\tan(x)$, $\csc(x)$, $\sec(x)$, $\cot(x)$
- Applies Double Angle Formulas: Find $\sin(2x)$, $\cos(2x)$, and $\tan(2x)$
- Applies Half Angle Formulas: Find $\sin(x/2)$, $\cos(x/2)$, and $\tan(x/2)$
- Determines the exact angle: Both in degrees and radians
- Verifies identities: Confirms the Pythagorean identity $\sin^2(x) + \cos^2(x) = 1$
Key Trigonometric Identities
- $$\sin^2(x) + \cos^2(x) = 1$$
- $$1 + \tan^2(x) = \sec^2(x)$$
- $$1 + \cot^2(x) = \csc^2(x)$$
- $$\sin(2x) = 2\sin(x)\cos(x)$$
- $$\cos(2x) = \cos^2(x) - \sin^2(x) = 2\cos^2(x) - 1 = 1 - 2\sin^2(x)$$
- $$\tan(2x) = \frac{2\tan(x)}{1 - \tan^2(x)}$$
- $$\sin\left(\frac{x}{2}\right) = \pm\sqrt{\frac{1 - \cos(x)}{2}}$$
- $$\cos\left(\frac{x}{2}\right) = \pm\sqrt{\frac{1 + \cos(x)}{2}}$$
- $$\tan\left(\frac{x}{2}\right) = \frac{\sin(x)}{1 + \cos(x)} = \frac{1 - \cos(x)}{\sin(x)}$$
Understanding Quadrants (ASTC Rule)
The sign of each trigonometric function depends on which quadrant the angle is in. Remember the mnemonic "All Students Take Calculus" (ASTC):
- Quadrant I (0° to 90°): All functions are positive
- Quadrant II (90° to 180°): Only Sin (and csc) is positive
- Quadrant III (180° to 270°): Only Tan (and cot) is positive
- Quadrant IV (270° to 360°): Only Cos (and sec) is positive
Reciprocal Identities
- $\csc(x) = \frac{1}{\sin(x)}$
- $\sec(x) = \frac{1}{\cos(x)}$
- $\cot(x) = \frac{1}{\tan(x)} = \frac{\cos(x)}{\sin(x)}$
How to Use This Calculator
- Select the known function: Choose which trigonometric function value you know (sin, cos, tan, csc, sec, or cot).
- Enter the known value: Input the numerical value. For sin and cos, this must be between -1 and 1. For csc and sec, the absolute value must be at least 1.
- Select the quadrant: Choose which quadrant the angle x lies in. This determines the signs of other functions using the ASTC rule.
- Choose identity type: Select which identities to apply (Pythagorean only, Double Angle, Half Angle, or All).
- Set precision: Choose how many decimal places you want (1-100).
- Click Calculate: View the complete results with step-by-step solutions and visual representation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are trigonometric identities?
Trigonometric identities are equations involving trigonometric functions that are true for all values of the variables. The most fundamental is the Pythagorean identity: $\sin^2(x) + \cos^2(x) = 1$. Other important identities include double angle formulas, half angle formulas, sum and difference formulas, and reciprocal identities.
How do I find all trig values from one known value?
To find all six trigonometric values from one known value: 1) Use the Pythagorean identity to find sin or cos. 2) Determine the correct sign based on the quadrant using ASTC rule. 3) Calculate the remaining functions using reciprocal and quotient identities.
What is the ASTC rule for quadrants?
ASTC stands for All-Sin-Tan-Cos, a mnemonic to remember which trig functions are positive in each quadrant. In Quadrant I, All functions are positive. In Quadrant II, only Sin (and csc) is positive. In Quadrant III, only Tan (and cot) is positive. In Quadrant IV, only Cos (and sec) is positive.
What are double angle formulas?
Double angle formulas express trigonometric functions of 2x in terms of functions of x. The main formulas are: $\sin(2x) = 2\sin(x)\cos(x)$, $\cos(2x) = \cos^2(x) - \sin^2(x)$, and $\tan(2x) = \frac{2\tan(x)}{1 - \tan^2(x)}$.
What are half angle formulas?
Half angle formulas express trigonometric functions of x/2 in terms of cos(x). The formulas are: $\sin(x/2) = \pm\sqrt{\frac{1-\cos(x)}{2}}$, $\cos(x/2) = \pm\sqrt{\frac{1+\cos(x)}{2}}$, and $\tan(x/2) = \frac{\sin(x)}{1+\cos(x)}$. The sign depends on which quadrant x/2 falls in.
Applications
- Education: Learn and verify trigonometric identities for math courses
- Engineering: Signal processing, wave analysis, and circuit design
- Physics: Harmonic motion, oscillation, and wave mechanics
- Navigation: Calculating angles, distances, and bearings
- Computer Graphics: Rotation matrices and transformation calculations
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by miniwebtool team. Updated: Jan 13, 2026
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