The calculator above gives the simplified function in sum of products form. If you are looking for the Product of Sums solution, please click here.

INFORMATION

Karnaugh maps, also known as K-maps, are a graphical method used to simplify Boolean algebra expressions. They provide a systematic way to minimize Boolean functions and are particularly useful for simplifying expressions with up to five variables.

Karnaugh maps represent Boolean functions graphically in a tabular form. Each cell in the table corresponds to a unique combination of input variables.

The main technique used with Karnaugh maps is grouping adjacent cells with the value 1 to identify patterns that can be combined to simplify the expression.

Karnaugh maps are widely used in digital logic design, especially in the design of combinational logic circuits. They help engineers optimize circuits for speed, area, and power consumption.

Karnaugh maps provide a visual and systematic approach to simplifying Boolean expressions, making them an essential tool in digital logic design.

INPUT FORMAT

Enter the minterms separated by commas or spaces.

WHAT IS KARNAUGH MAP SOLVER FOR MINTERMS?

Karnaugh map solver for minterms,

• Constructs a Karnaugh map based on the entered minterm numbers,
• Indicates the groups in different colors and
• Finds the simplified expression in sum of products form.

HOW TO USE THE KARNAUGH MAP SOLVER FOR MINTERMS (SOP)?

Karnaugh map solver for minterms can be used in two ways.

• USER INPUTS

  

  You can enter the minterm numbers to the input box and click on the "SOLVE" button. The result and explanations appaer below the calculator.

• RANDOM INPUTS

  

  You can click on the DIE ICON next to the input box. If you use this property, a set of minterm numbers are generated and entered to the calculator, automatically. The result and explanations appaer below the calculator. You can create your own examples and practice using this property.

• SELECTING THE NUMBER OF VARIABLES

  

  The number of variables are automatically set to a number based on the entered minterms. You can select the number of variables manually by clicking on the corresponding radio button under the input box.

• CLEARING THE INPUT BOX

  

  To find the simplified functions corresponding to the entered minterms, you can clear the input box by clicking on the CLEAR button.

• COPYING & DOWNLOADING THE SOLUTION

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    You can copy the generated solution by clicking on the "Copy Text" link, appaers under the solution panel.

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    Even you can download the solution as an image file with .jpg extension if you click on the "Download Solution" link at the bottom of the solution panel. You can share the downloaded image file.