How do you calculate slope?

Slope = (y2 - y1) / (x2 - x1). It measures the steepness of a line, also known as rise over run.

What does a negative slope mean?

A negative slope means the line goes downward from left to right. A positive slope means it goes upward.

Slope Calculator

Find the slope, y-intercept, and equation of a line given two points. Also calculates the angle, distance, and provides the slope-intercept form (y = mx + b).

Inputs

Point 1: X

Point 1: Y

Point 2: X

Point 2: Y

Results

Slope (m)

Y-Intercept (b)

Line Equation

y = 2x + 0

Angle

63.43°

Distance Between Points

6.708204

Last updated: April 16, 2026

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