Boolean Algebra Calculator

Boolean Algebra Calculator

Advanced boolean algebra solver that instantly simplifies expressions with step-by-step solutions. This boolean algebra simplification calculator generates truth tables and logic diagrams for any Boolean expression.

Try an example
A AND B A OR NOT B A XOR B NOT (A AND B) A NAND B A NOR B (A OR B) AND C A'+B*C A XNOR B (A+B)' NOT A AND NOT B OR C
Step-by-Step Evaluation
ANDA AND B  |  A*B  |  AB
ORA OR B  |  A+B
NOTNOT A  |  A'
XORA XOR B  |  A⊕B
NANDA NAND B  |  (AB)'
NORA NOR B  |  (A+B)'
XNORA XNOR B  |  ¬(A⊕B)

How to Use This Boolean Algebra Calculator

01

Enter Your Expression

Type any Boolean expression using variables A-Z. Use + for OR, implicit multiplication for AND, and ‘ for NOT.

02

Click Calculate

Our algorithm processes your expression through multiple tabs: simplification steps, truth table.

03

Analyze Results

Review step-by-step simplification, verify with truth tables, and visualize.

Example Expressions to Try:

  1.  AB + A’B + AB’
  2.  (A+B)(A+C)(B+C)
  3.  ABC + A’BC + AB’C + ABC’
  4.  (A+B)'(C+D)’
Boolean Algebra Calculator

Why Use a Boolean Algebra Calculator?

Master these fundamental laws that our calculator applies automatically:

Basic Laws

Identity Laws: A + 0 = A, A · 1 = A
Null Laws: A + 1 = 1, A · 0 = 0
Complement Laws: A + A’ = 1, A · A’ = 0
Idempotent Laws: A + A = A, A · A = A
Involution Law: (A’)’ = A

Advanced Laws

Absorption: A + AB = A, A(A + B) = A
De Morgan’s: (A + B)’ = A’ · B’
Consensus: AB + A’C + BC = AB + A’C
Distributive: A(B + C) = AB + AC
Commutative: A + B = B + A

Why Use a Boolean Algebra Calculator?

Applications in Academia

  • Digital Logic Classes: Validate homework answers and comprehend simplification processes
  • Computer Science Curriculum: Gain insights into Boolean algebra principles for coding.
  • Electrical Engineering Discipline: Create efficient digital circuitry and logic gates.
  • Mathematics Field: Solve Boolean algebra and discrete mathematics questions.

Professional Uses

  • Circuit Design: Reduce number of logic gates in digital circuits.
  • Programming: Efficient use of conditional statements.
  • Hardware Engineering: Design efficient digital systems.
  • System Analysis: Analyzing Logical Operations.

Worked Examples

Example 1 - Factoring:

Simplify A·B + A·B’. Factor out A → A·(B + B’). Since B + B’ = 1 (a variable OR-ed with its complement is always true) → A·1 = A. A four-symbol expression collapses to a single variable.

Example 2 - De Morgan's law:

Simplify (A·B)’. By De Morgan’s: (A·B)’ = A’ + B’. In circuits this means a NAND gate behaves exactly like an OR gate with inverted inputs – useful when you only have certain gate types available.

Example 3 - Truth-table check:

Verify the absorption law A + A·B = A. When A = 0: 0 + 0·B = 0 ✓. When A = 1: 1 + 1·B = 1 ✓ (anything OR-ed with 1 is 1). Both rows agree, so the law holds.

Key Boolean Laws at a Glance

Law OR form AND form
Identity A + 0 = A A·1 = A
Complement A + A’ = 1 A·A’ = 0
Idempotent A + A = A A·A = A
De Morgan’s (A + B)’ = A’·B’ (A·B)’ = A’ + B’
Distributive A + B·C = (A + B)·(A + C) A·(B + C) = A·B + A·C
Absorption A + A·B = A A·(A + B) = A

Where Boolean Algebra Is Used

Beyond the classroom: digital circuit design (every logic gate in your phone’s chip), programming (if-conditions combine with AND, OR, NOT), database queries (SQL WHERE clauses), and search engines (operators like AND, OR, and minus-exclusion). If you have ever typed cats -dogs into Google, you have used Boolean algebra.

This boolean algebra calculator works with the most reliable algorithmic technique and makes use of Boolean algebra laws effectively. The answers provided by this boolean algebra calculator have been tested mathematically.

Of course. It is meant for educational purposes only. You will find it easier to learn using the step-by-step approach.

It allows a maximum of 8 variables for creating truth table and simplification. The K-map can be done for a maximum of 5 variables.

You need to use A-Z letters for variables, the "+" symbol for OR operation, place letters adjacent for AND operation (e.g., AB), and the ' sign for NOT operation (e.g., A').

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