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Golden Ratio Calculator
Calculate golden ratio proportions for layouts, typography, and spacing
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About Golden Ratio Calculator
Apply the golden ratio (1.618) to any dimension for harmonious design. Generates Fibonacci sizing scales, layout splits, and typography hierarchies.
Step by Step
- 1 Enter a base dimension (e.g., 1200 for a container width)
- 2 Choose a unit and scaling mode
- 3 Review the golden ratio proportions and Fibonacci scale
- 4 Apply the suggested splits to your layout and typography
Tips
- Use phi (1.618) to split layouts: 61.8% main content, 38.2% sidebar
- Golden ratio typography: multiply body size by 1.618 for each heading level
- The Fibonacci sequence (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13...) approximates the golden ratio
- Apple, Twitter, and Google use golden ratio proportions in their designs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the golden ratio?
The golden ratio (phi, φ) is approximately 1.6180339887. Two quantities are in the golden ratio if their ratio equals the ratio of their sum to the larger quantity. It appears throughout nature and is considered aesthetically pleasing.
How do I apply the golden ratio to web design?
Common applications: divide layout width into 61.8%/38.2% columns, scale heading sizes by multiplying each level by 1.618, and use Fibonacci numbers (8, 13, 21, 34) as spacing values.