Traycalc |
Written by Bryce Ringwood |
This program is intended for use on Windows 95 to XP only. Please Note! Do not install on Windows 7 and above. Traycalc is a calculator that sits on top of the system tray area of Windows XP. It functions as an algebraic calculator, so you can enter "a=3", followed by "mercy=6" then "c = a + mercy", to give "c" a value of 10.
The advantage over other calculators is principally the small screen area. Also, it might suit those people who prefer to use algebraic statements with a BASIC like syntax. The disadvantage is that you might use the wrong operator precedence (use lots of brackets). Also - it only computes to double precision (12 digits, I think) whereas Microsoft's calculator (calc) computes to a collosal accuracy. Also - you have to use the keyboard to enter numbers. Download it here. There is a help manual included with the setup program. AlternativesThe closest alternative is probably a hardware BASIC like calculatot, like the SHARP PC-E1500. On a computer - running BASIC in a window ? |