Tip Calculator
Overview
Calculate tips for restaurants and services. Split bills among friends and round totals for easy cash payments.
Key Facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Calculator ID | tip |
| Category | Lifestyle |
| Vertical | Lifestyle & Culture |
| App route | /verticals/lifestyle/tip |
| API endpoint | /api/public/calculate?id=tip |
Inputs
| Input ID | Label | Type | Required | Default | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
How to Use
- Enter Bill Amount — Input the total bill amount before or after tax
- Select Tip Percentage — Choose tip percentage (15-20% standard, 20-25% excellent service)
- Split if Needed — Enter number of people to split the bill and optionally round for easy cash payment
Result Surfaces
| Output | Display Type | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Computed results | result-card | - |
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FAQ
What percentage should I tip?
15-20% is standard for good restaurant service in the US. 20-25% for excellent service, 10-15% for poor service. For delivery: 15-20% or $3-5 minimum. Coffee shops: $1-2 per drink. Bartenders: $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of tab.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
Traditionally pre-tax, though many people tip post-tax. The difference is small (maybe $1-2 on $50 bill) so either is acceptable. Just be consistent.
Do I have to tip for bad service?
You can tip 10-15% for below-average service, but speak to a manager if it was truly terrible. Servers rely on tips for income, so consider if the bad service was their fault or kitchen/management issues.
Evidence
src/lib/calculators/registry.ts(metadata)src/lib/calculators/page-registry.ts(page/HowTo metadata)src/lib/calculators/utility/tip.ts(calculator config)
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