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Differentiation Tool

Find the derivative of any mathematical function with step-by-step-like speed.

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01

Enter Function

Input the mathematical expression you want to differentiate (e.g., x^2 + 2x).

02

Variable Selection

Specify the variable to differentiate with respect to (usually x).

03

Calculate

Get the resulting derivative expression instantly.

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Symbolic Differentiation

Calculate derivatives for polynomials, trig functions, and more using our advanced mathematical engine.
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What Is Differentiation?

Differentiation is the process of finding the derivative of a function — the instantaneous rate of change at any point. It's a cornerstone of calculus with applications in physics (velocity and acceleration), economics (marginal cost and revenue), machine learning (gradient descent), and engineering (optimization and control systems).

The derivative of f(x) at a point x represents how fast f(x) changes for an infinitesimal change in x. Notations include f'(x), dy/dx, and Df(x).

Rules Applied Automatically

  • Power rule: d/dx[xⁿ] = nxⁿ⁻¹
  • Chain rule: d/dx[f(g(x))] = f'(g(x)) × g'(x)
  • Product rule: d/dx[f×g] = f'g + fg'
  • Quotient rule: d/dx[f/g] = (f'g - fg') / g²
  • Trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic derivatives

How to Use

Enter any mathematical expression (e.g., x^3 + 2*x^2 - 5*x + 3 or sin(x)*e^x). The calculator computes the symbolic derivative and displays the result — no step-by-step limit notation required.

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Pair with the Integration Calculator for anti-derivatives, or the Equation Solver to solve derivative-based equations.