How is this used in art?

Golden Section Calculator

Divide any line or total length into two segments that follow the Golden Ratio (phi). Ideal for layout design and composition analysis.

Divide a line segment into the perfect Golden Ratio (φ ≈ 1.618)

Total Length (a + b) Enter total to auto-calculate parts

Long Part (a) ≈ 61.8% of total

Short Part (b) ≈ 38.2% of total

Decimal Precision

Golden Ratio Formula: φ = (1 + √5) / 2 ≈ 1.61803. A line divided in this ratio satisfies: (a + b) / a = a / b = φ

Visual breakdown and ratio verification

Ratio a/b1.6180

Ratio (a+b)/a1.6180

φ Deviation0.0000%

Is Golden?✓ Yes

Enter the total length.

View the calculated long (a) and short (b) segments.

Artists use it to place subjects in a composition to create balance and interest.