Tangent Command

Computes the tangential component of a vector quantity along a line.

Diagram of a vector diverging from a line with quantity, magnitude, and tangential component labeled.

To take the tangent of a vector:

  1. Load a vector quantity into the top register.
  2. Load a line into the top register using the Geometry/Line command.
  3. Click Tangent.
Related Topics:

Using the Fields Calculator

Vector Commands