To find square feet, measure the length and width of the area in feet and then multiply those two measurements together using the formula:
Square Feet=Length (feet)×Width (feet)\text{Square Feet}=\text{Length (feet)}\times \text{Width (feet)}Square Feet=Length (feet)×Width (feet)
For rectangular or square areas, this calculation directly gives the area in square feet. For irregular shapes like L-shapes, split the area into rectangles or squares, calculate each one separately, then add the results. Make sure all measurements are converted to feet before multiplying. For other shapes like circles, triangles, or trapezoids, different area formulas are used but the result is still in square feet if you measure in feet. Key steps:
- Measure length and width in feet.
- Multiply length by width.
- For complex shapes, break down into simpler shapes and add the areas.
- Convert other units (inches, yards, meters) to feet before calculating.
This method is widely used for measuring rooms, flooring, and home areas.
