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Golden Ratio
The larger part of a length.
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About this tool
Divide a length in the golden ratio, the proportion where the whole relates to the larger part as the larger part relates to the smaller. Designers use it for layouts and type sizes.
How to use it
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Enter the total length.
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Read the larger part.
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Subtract it from the length to get the smaller part.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the golden ratio?
φ = (1 + √5) / 2 ≈ 1.618. The larger part of a length is about 61.8% of it.
How is it used in design?
For proportions of columns, images and font sizes that look balanced, for example a 960 px layout split into 593 and 367 px.