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🍽️ Tip Calculator

Calculate tip amount and split the bill — free, instant, no signup required

Calculate Tip & Split Bill

Bill Amount $
Tip % %
Split between people
$0.00
Tip Amount
$0.00
Total Bill
$0.00
Per Person
$0.00
Tip Per Person

What is a tip calculator?

A tip calculator is a simple tool that figures out how much to tip based on a bill amount and tip percentage, and optionally splits the total between multiple people. Doing this in your head after a meal is fine in theory, but tricky in practice — especially after a few drinks, with awkward percentages like 18%, or when splitting between five friends who each owe a different share. The FileTools Tip Calculator does the math instantly as you type, with one-tap percentage buttons for the most common amounts (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%), a custom percentage field, and an automatic per-person split. All calculations happen in your browser — nothing is sent to any server.

When should you use a tip calculator?

Common use cases: at restaurants when you want to add a precise tip without mental math; splitting a group dinner check evenly between friends; figuring out tips for delivery drivers, hairdressers, or taxis; calculating service tips at hotels and spas; budgeting an evening out before you go; double-checking the suggested tip on a payment terminal; calculating tips in a foreign currency where the exchange feels unfamiliar; and any time you want a quick, accurate split between multiple people.

Standard tip percentages by service

Sit-down restaurants (US): 15% adequate · 18% good · 20%+ excellent

Bars: $1–2 per drink, or 15–20% for tabs

Takeout: 10–15% (optional)

Food delivery: 15–20% (minimum $3–5)

Taxi/rideshare: 15–20%

Hairdressers/barbers: 15–20%

Hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night

Valet parking: $2–5 when retrieving the car

Bellhop/porter: $1–2 per bag

Customs vary widely between countries — many European countries include service charges, while Japan and many parts of Asia consider tipping unusual or even rude.

Quick tip math you can do in your head

10%: move the decimal one place left ($45.20 → $4.52)

20%: calculate 10% then double it ($45.20 → $4.52 × 2 = $9.04)

15%: calculate 10%, then add half of that ($45.20 → $4.52 + $2.26 = $6.78)

18%: calculate 20% then subtract 10% of itself ($45.20 → $9.04 − $0.90 ≈ $8.14)

25%: divide the bill by 4 ($45.20 ÷ 4 = $11.30)

How to use the Tip Calculator

1. Enter the bill amount in dollars
2. Tap a quick percentage button (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) or type a custom percentage
3. Enter the number of people splitting the bill (default is 1)
4. Results update instantly: tip amount, total bill, per-person share, and tip per person
5. Adjust any input to see new results live

Why use FileTools Tip Calculator?

✅ 100% free — no signup, no ads in tool, no tracking
✅ Live updates as you type — no Calculate button needed
✅ Quick percentage buttons for common tips
✅ Custom percentage field for any amount
✅ Bill split between any number of people
✅ Shows total per person and tip per person separately
✅ Client-side only — your numbers never leave your device
✅ Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS — any browser

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate a tip?

To calculate a tip, multiply the bill amount by the tip percentage and divide by 100. For example, a 20% tip on a $50 bill is $50 × 20 ÷ 100 = $10. The FileTools Tip Calculator does this automatically as you type — just enter the bill, choose a percentage, and see the tip amount, total, and per-person split instantly.

What is the standard tip percentage?

In the United States, 15-20% is standard at sit-down restaurants: 15% for adequate service, 18% for good service, 20% or more for excellent service. Higher percentages (20-25%) are common for fine dining or larger parties. Many other countries don't tip at all (Japan, China) or include service charges automatically (most of Europe).

Do I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

Etiquette experts traditionally recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal, since the tax isn't part of the service. However, many people tip on the post-tax total for simplicity. The difference is usually small. This calculator works with whichever amount you enter — pre-tax or post-tax — so use whichever number you prefer.

How does the bill split work?

Enter the number of people sharing the bill, and the calculator divides the total (bill + tip) equally between them. It also shows the tip portion per person separately. This works well for evenly split meals; for separate checks where each person pays their own dishes, calculate the tip on each individual subtotal.

Should I tip on takeout, delivery, or other services?

Tipping customs vary: 10-15% for takeout (US), 15-20% for delivery drivers, 15-20% for hairdressers and barbers, 15-20% for taxi/rideshare drivers, $1-2 per drink for bartenders, $2-5 for valet parking, $1-2 per bag for hotel porters. Local norms vary widely — when in doubt, ask a local or check current etiquette guides for your area.

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