Fraction Simplifier

Use our free fraction simplifier to reduce any fraction to its lowest terms. Enter a numerator and denominator and get the GCD, simplified terms, and decimal value.

Math

Numerator

Denominator

Formula

Simplify any fraction to its lowest terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

A/B = (A÷G)/(B÷G)

Percentage: The percentage value you want to apply

Number: The original number or value

Result: The calculated result

How It Works

1Enter the numerator and denominator of the fraction.
2Click Calculate to find the GCD.
3Both terms are divided by the GCD to get the simplified fraction.
4The decimal value is also shown.

Examples

Simplify 8/12

1.Enter numerator=8, denominator=12.
2.GCD of 8 and 12 is 4.
3.8 ÷ 4 = 2, 12 ÷ 4 = 3.
4.Simplified fraction: 2/3.
5.Decimal: 2 ÷ 3 = 0.666667.

Result: 0.666667 (2/3)

Frequently Asked Questions

Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

Yes! Improper fractions can also be simplified. For example, 12/8 simplifies to 3/2.

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Last updated: 2026-07-13

Fraction Simplifier

Formula

How It Works

Examples

Simplify 8/12

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Can a fraction be simplified if the numerator is larger than the denominator?

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Fraction Simplifier

Formula

How It Works

Examples

Simplify 8/12

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Can a fraction be simplified if the numerator is larger than the denominator?

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