Step-by-Step Guide: How to Use the Discount Percentage Calculator
This guide will show you how to use the Discount Percentage Calculator for both Percent off and Fixed amount off discount types. The calculator helps determine the price after discount and the discount percentage based on the input values.
Fields Overview:
Here’s a brief explanation of the fields you will use:
- Price before discount: The original price of the product or service (before applying any discount).
- Discount: The discount value, which can either be a percentage off or a fixed dollar amount.
- Discount type: Choose between “Percent off” or “Fixed amount off”.
- Percent off: Calculate the discount as a percentage of the original price.
- Fixed amount off:Calculate the discount as a fixed dollar amount.
- Price after discount: This field is calculated automatically after the discount is applied.
- Calculate: Click this button to get the results (Price after discount and Discount percentage).
- Clear: Use this button to reset all fields.
How to Calculate Discount Percentage:
Step 1: Input the “Price before discount”
- Enter the original price of the item in the Price before discount field.
- Example: For an item priced at $100, input 100.
Step 2: Enter the “Discount”
Enter the discount value in the Discount field based on the type of discount you want to apply:- For percent off: Enter the percentage discount (e.g., 20 for a 20% discount).
- For fixed amount off: Enter the fixed dollar amount (e.g., 15 for a $15 discount).
Step 3: Choose the Discount Type
Below the input fields, you’ll find two options:- Percent off: Use this if you want to apply a percentage discount.
- Fixed amount off: Use this if you want to apply a fixed discount in dollars.
Step 4: Click “Calculate”
- After entering the required information, press the Calculate button.
- The result will display the Price after discount and the Discount percentage.
Step 5: Clear the Input Fields (optional)
- If you want to perform a new calculation, you can reset all fields by pressing the Clear button.
Examples of Discount Percentage Calculation
Example 1: Using “Percent off” Discount Type
Scenario:
- You have an item with an original price of $100.
- You want to apply a 20% discount.
Steps:
- Enter 100 in the Price before discount field.
- Enter 20 in the Discount field.
- Enter 100 in the Price before discount field.
- Select the Percent off radio button.
- Click Calculate.
Result:
- Price after discount: $80.00
- Discount percentage: 20.00%
Explanation:
A 20% discount on a $100 item gives a final price of $80.00. The discount percentage is 20%, as entered.
Example 2: Using “Fixed amount off” Discount Type
Scenario:
- You have an item with an original price of $200.
- You want to apply a $30 discount.
Steps:
- Enter 200 in the Price before discount field.
- Enter 30 in the Discount field.
- Select the Fixed amount off radio button.
- Click Calculate.
Result:
- Price after discount: $170.00
- Discount percentage: 15.00%
Explanation:
A $30 discount on a $200 item gives a final price of $170. The discount percentage is calculated as (30 / 200) * 100 = 15%.
Summary
Use the Discount Percentage Calculator to easily calculate price reductions for any item or service. Whether you're applying a percentage discount or a fixed amount, this tool makes it quick and accurate to determine final prices and savings.
- Percent off: Use this option when you know the percentage discount and want to find out the discounted price and percentage.
- Fixed amount off: Use this option when you know the fixed dollar amount of the discount and want to calculate the final price and corresponding percentage.
The Discount Percentage Calculator is versatile and can be used for any type of product or service where discounts are applied, making it easy to determine how much you save and how much the final price will be.