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Integral Calculator

Calculate definite and indefinite integrals quickly and easily. Enter a mathematical function, choose your integral type, and get a clear result with useful formulas and explanations.

Calculate an Integral

Enter your function and select the calculation type.

Examples: x^2, x^3, 2x + 4, sin(x), cos(x), e^x, 1/x, sqrt(x)
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Integral Result

Integral Formula

Integration is the reverse process of differentiation. The basic power rule can be used to integrate many polynomial functions.

Basic Power Rule
∫ xⁿ dx = xⁿ⁺¹ / (n + 1) + C

The power rule applies when n is not equal to −1. The constant C represents the arbitrary constant of integration.

Common Integration Rules

Power Rule

∫xⁿ dx = xⁿ⁺¹/(n+1) + C

Sine Function

∫sin(x) dx = −cos(x) + C

Cosine Function

∫cos(x) dx = sin(x) + C

Exponential

∫eˣ dx = eˣ + C

Reciprocal

∫1/x dx = ln|x| + C

Constant

∫k dx = kx + C

How Does the Integral Calculator Work?

This Integral Calculator uses common integration rules to provide an antiderivative for supported functions. For definite integrals, it numerically evaluates the function between the selected limits.

1

Enter Function

Type a mathematical function such as x^2, sin(x), or e^x.

2

Select Integral Type

Choose an indefinite integral or provide lower and upper limits for a definite integral.

3

Get Your Result

Click the calculate button to instantly view the result and supporting information.

Integral Examples

These examples show some frequently used indefinite integrals.

∫x² dx x³/3 + C
∫x³ dx x⁴/4 + C
∫2x dx x² + C
∫sin(x) dx −cos(x) + C
∫cos(x) dx sin(x) + C
∫eˣ dx eˣ + C

What Is an Integral?

An integral is a fundamental concept in calculus used to measure accumulation, area, displacement, and other quantities that change continuously. Integration is closely connected to differentiation.

An indefinite integral gives a family of antiderivatives, while a definite integral evaluates accumulated change between two limits and produces a numerical value.

Indefinite Integral

An indefinite integral does not have specified boundaries. Its answer includes the constant of integration C because different functions can have the same derivative.

Definite Integral

A definite integral has a lower and upper limit. It is commonly used to calculate the signed area under a curve or total accumulation over an interval.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an integral?
An integral is a calculus operation used to find an antiderivative or measure accumulated quantities such as area and displacement.
What is an indefinite integral?
An indefinite integral represents a family of antiderivatives and normally includes an arbitrary constant C.
What is a definite integral?
A definite integral evaluates a function over a specific interval between a lower and upper limit.
What is the integral of x²?
The integral of x² is x³/3 + C.
What is the integral of sin(x)?
The integral of sin(x) is −cos(x) + C.
Why is C included in an indefinite integral?
C represents an arbitrary constant because the derivative of every constant is zero.