.calculator-container-unique {
font-family: 'Segoe UI', Tahoma, Geneva, Verdana, sans-serif;
max-width: 800px;
margin: 0 auto;
background-color: #f9fbfd;
border: 1px solid #e1e4e8;
border-radius: 8px;
padding: 0;
color: #333;
}
.calc-header {
background-color: #2c3e50;
color: #ffffff;
padding: 20px;
border-top-left-radius: 8px;
border-top-right-radius: 8px;
text-align: center;
}
.calc-header h2 {
margin: 0;
font-size: 24px;
}
.calc-body {
padding: 30px;
display: flex;
flex-wrap: wrap;
gap: 20px;
}
.input-group {
flex: 1 1 300px;
display: flex;
flex-direction: column;
gap: 15px;
}
.form-field {
display: flex;
flex-direction: column;
}
.form-field label {
font-weight: 600;
margin-bottom: 5px;
color: #2c3e50;
}
.form-field input {
padding: 12px;
border: 1px solid #ccc;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 16px;
}
.form-field input:focus {
border-color: #3498db;
outline: none;
box-shadow: 0 0 5px rgba(52, 152, 219, 0.3);
}
.help-text {
font-size: 12px;
color: #666;
margin-top: 4px;
}
.calc-button {
background-color: #27ae60;
color: white;
border: none;
padding: 15px 25px;
font-size: 18px;
font-weight: bold;
border-radius: 5px;
cursor: pointer;
transition: background 0.3s;
margin-top: 10px;
width: 100%;
}
.calc-button:hover {
background-color: #219150;
}
.result-group {
flex: 1 1 300px;
background-color: #ffffff;
border: 1px solid #e1e4e8;
border-radius: 5px;
padding: 20px;
box-shadow: 0 2px 5px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
display: none; /* Hidden by default */
}
.result-item {
display: flex;
justify-content: space-between;
margin-bottom: 12px;
border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;
padding-bottom: 8px;
}
.result-item:last-child {
border-bottom: none;
margin-bottom: 0;
padding-bottom: 0;
}
.result-label {
color: #555;
}
.result-value {
font-weight: bold;
color: #2c3e50;
}
.final-result {
background-color: #e8f8f5;
padding: 15px;
border-radius: 5px;
text-align: center;
margin-top: 15px;
}
.final-result .value {
font-size: 28px;
color: #27ae60;
font-weight: bold;
display: block;
}
.final-result .label {
font-size: 14px;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 1px;
color: #555;
}
.content-section {
padding: 30px;
border-top: 1px solid #e1e4e8;
background-color: #fff;
border-bottom-left-radius: 8px;
border-bottom-right-radius: 8px;
}
.content-section h3 {
color: #2c3e50;
margin-top: 25px;
font-size: 20px;
}
.content-section p, .content-section li {
line-height: 1.6;
color: #444;
font-size: 16px;
}
.content-section ul {
padding-left: 20px;
}
@media (max-width: 600px) {
.calc-body {
flex-direction: column;
}
}
function calculateCurrency() {
// Get input values
var amountInput = document.getElementById('sourceAmount');
var rateInput = document.getElementById('exchangeRate');
var feeInput = document.getElementById('exchangeFee');
var resultsDiv = document.getElementById('resultsArea');
// Parse values
var amount = parseFloat(amountInput.value);
var rate = parseFloat(rateInput.value);
var feePercent = parseFloat(feeInput.value);
// Validation
if (isNaN(amount) || amount <= 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid positive amount to convert.");
return;
}
if (isNaN(rate) || rate <= 0) {
alert("Please enter a valid positive exchange rate.");
return;
}
if (isNaN(feePercent) || feePercent < 0) {
feePercent = 0;
}
// Calculation Logic
// 1. Calculate the fee amount derived from the source
var feeAmount = amount * (feePercent / 100);
// 2. Calculate net amount to be converted
var netAmount = amount – feeAmount;
// 3. Convert the net amount using the rate
var finalAmount = netAmount * rate;
// Display Results
document.getElementById('resOriginal').innerText = amount.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('resRate').innerText = rate.toFixed(4);
document.getElementById('resFee').innerText = feeAmount.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('resNet').innerText = netAmount.toFixed(2);
document.getElementById('resFinal').innerText = finalAmount.toFixed(2);
// Show result section
resultsDiv.style.display = 'block';
}
Simple Exchange Rate Calculator
The amount of currency you currently hold.
How much Target Currency you get for 1 unit of Source Currency.
Commission charged by the provider (optional).
Conversion Details
Original Amount:
0.00
Exchange Rate Used:
0.0000
Fee / Commission:
0.00
Net Amount Converted:
0.00
You Will Receive
0.00
Understanding Currency Conversion
Whether you are traveling abroad, purchasing imported goods, or trading forex, understanding how to calculate exchange rates is an essential financial skill. This Simple Exchange Rate Calculator allows you to determine exactly how much of a target currency you will receive based on your source amount and the current market rate.
How to Calculate Exchange Rates Manually
The formula for currency conversion is relatively straightforward. To convert your home currency to a foreign currency, you multiply the amount by the exchange rate. However, real-world transactions often involve fees.
The Core Formula:
Final Amount = (Amount – Fees) × Exchange Rate
Definitions of Terms
- Source Amount: The money you currently possess and wish to exchange.
- Exchange Rate: The value of one currency for the purpose of conversion to another. For example, if the USD/EUR rate is 0.85, it means 1 US Dollar buys 0.85 Euros.
- Exchange Fee/Commission: Banks, airports, and exchange kiosks rarely trade at the "mid-market" rate. They usually charge a percentage fee or build a spread into the rate. This calculator allows you to deduct that percentage to see your actual walk-away cash.
Why Do Exchange Rates Fluctuate?
Exchange rates are determined by the foreign exchange market (Forex), which is open 24 hours a day during the week. Several macroeconomic factors influence these rates:
- Inflation Rates: Typically, a country with a consistently lower inflation rate exhibits a rising currency value, as its purchasing power increases relative to other currencies.
- Interest Rates: Higher interest rates offer lenders in an economy a higher return relative to other countries. Therefore, higher interest rates attract foreign capital and cause the exchange rate to rise.
- Public Debt: Countries with large public debts are less likely to acquire foreign capital, leading to inflation and a lower currency value.
- Political Stability: Investors prefer stable countries with strong economic performance. Turmoil can cause a loss of confidence in a currency, driving its value down.
Using This Calculator
To use this tool effectively, check the current spot rate on a financial news site or your bank's portal. Enter the amount you wish to convert and the rate provided. If your bank charges a "foreign transaction fee" (commonly 1% to 3%), enter that in the fee field to see the true cost of your conversion.