Blockpad

Blockpad is calculation software for engineers who do their own calculations. It works like a word processor in which formulas appear as readable equations and recalculate automatically, with built-in spreadsheets in the same file.

What Blockpad offers

• Equation documents — typing an equals sign opens a formula shown in maths notation.
• Units intelligence — checks units to prevent simple mistakes.
• Spreadsheets — tables linked to document formulas, with Excel files supported.
• Solvers and maths tools — equation solving, matrix maths and sketching.
• Clear output — documents suited to sharing with clients.

Who it works with

Engineers and engineering teams, including bridge and mechanical engineers, plus education users.

Key facts

• Platforms: Windows and Mac downloads, plus a web app
• Positioning: a mix of Excel and Mathcad