Distance and Section Formula Calculator

Enter two points to find the distance between them, the midpoint, and the point that divides the segment in a chosen ratio m:n. Steps are shown.

Point 1 (x₁, y₁)

Point 2 (x₂, y₂)

Divide in ratio m : n

Distance

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How it works

Distance = √((x₂-x₁)² + (y₂-y₁)²). Section point = ((mx₂+nx₁)/(m+n), (my₂+ny₁)/(m+n)).

Frequently Asked Questions

What ratio gives the midpoint?

A ratio of 1:1 divides the segment exactly in half, which is the midpoint.