For the software tool of the same name, see
NuCalc. A graphing calculator (also known as a graphic calculator or graphical calculator) typically refers to a class of handheld calculators that are capable of plotting
graphs, solving
simultaneous equations, and performing numerous other tasks with variables. Most popular graphing calculators are also
programmable, allowing the user to create customized programs, typically for scientific/engineering and education applications. Due to their large displays intended for graphing, they can also accommodate several lines of text and calculations at a time. Some graphing calculators also have color displays, and others may even include 3D graphing.
Mac OS X includes an advanced software graphic calculator known as Grapher.
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