Small tools. Big advantages.
Calculator
Hacks
Calculator
Hacks
Learn how to use calculator tools like the TI-84 and Desmos strategically so you can work faster, avoid careless mistakes, and feel more confident under test pressure.
Your Calculator Is More Powerful Than You Think
Your Calculator Is More Powerful Than You Think
Your Calculator Is More Powerful Than You Think
Many students and test takers underuse their calculator — or use it inefficiently — which can lead to wasted time, errors, and unnecessary stress.
Many students and test takers underuse their calculator — or use it inefficiently — which can lead to wasted time, errors, and unnecessary stress.
When used strategically, your calculator can help you:
When used strategically, your calculator can help you:
When used strategically, your calculator can help you:
Save time on
repetitive calculations
Save time on
repetitive calculations
Save time on
repetitive calculations
Reduce mental fatigue
during long exams
Reduce mental fatigue
during long exams
Reduce mental fatigue
during long exams
Increase accuracy
on math questions
Increase accuracy
on math questions
Increase accuracy
on math questions
Feel more confident and
in control under pressure
Feel more confident and
in control under pressure
Feel more confident and
in control under pressure
Digital Tests Use Desmos. Strategy Still Matters.
Digital Tests Use Desmos.
Strategy Still Matters.
Digital Tests Use Desmos.
Strategy Still Matters.
For the digital SAT and the digital ACT, Desmos replaces the traditional calculator and it is built directly into the testing platform.
For the digital SAT and the digital ACT, Desmos replaces the traditional calculator and it is built directly into the testing platform.
For the digital SAT and the digital ACT, Desmos replaces the traditional calculator and it is built directly into the testing platform.
When used strategically, Desmos can help you:
When used strategically, Desmos can help you:
Visualize problems
more clearly
Eliminate answer
choices faster
Reduce mental strain
under time pressure
Desmos for the
Desmos for the
Digital SAT
Digital SAT
The digital SAT integrates Desmos throughout the math sections. Used well, it can support accuracy and efficiency without overcomplicating your approach.
The digital SAT integrates Desmos throughout the math sections. Used well, it can support accuracy and efficiency without overcomplicating your approach.
We focus on:
We focus on:
Using Desmos to check work without second-guessing
Using Desmos to check work without second-guessing
Graphing strategically instead of by default
Graphing strategically instead of by default
Choosing the fastest approach based on the question type
Choosing the fastest approach based on the question type
Watch Digital SAT Desmos Tutorials
Watch Digital SAT Desmos Tutorials
Get the SAT Desmos Strategy Resource
Get the SAT Desmos Strategy Resource
Desmos for the
Desmos for the
Digital ACT
Digital ACT
The digital ACT also includes Desmos, but the pacing and strategy differ from the SAT. Knowing how to use Desmos without losing time is key.
The digital ACT also includes Desmos, but the pacing and strategy differ from the SAT. Knowing how to use Desmos without losing time is key.
We focus on:
Using Desmos selectively to protect pacing
Using Desmos selectively to protect pacing
Avoiding over-graphing that slows you down
Avoiding over-graphing that slows you down
Supporting mental clarity during fast decision-making
Supporting mental clarity during fast decision-making
Watch Digital ACT Desmos Tutorials
Watch Digital ACT Desmos Tutorials
Get the ACT Desmos Strategy Resource
Get the ACT Desmos Strategy Resource
Learn the Tool. Trust the Strategy.
Learn the Tool. Trust the Strategy.
Desmos is powerful, but it should support your thinking, not replace it. With the right approach, it becomes a calm, reliable tool instead of another source of pressure.
Desmos is powerful, but it should support your thinking, not replace it. With the right approach, it becomes a calm, reliable tool instead of another source of pressure.
Desmos is powerful, but it should support your thinking, not replace it. With the right approach, it becomes a calm, reliable tool instead of another source of pressure.
Whether you’re preparing for the SAT or ACT, learning how to use Desmos intentionally can make test day feel clearer, steadier, and more manageable.
Whether you’re preparing for the SAT or ACT, learning how to use Desmos intentionally can make test day feel clearer, steadier, and more manageable.
Whether you’re preparing for the SAT or ACT, learning how to use Desmos intentionally can make test day feel clearer, steadier, and more manageable.
TI-84 ACT Math Hacks
(Programs + Calculator Tricks)
TI-84 ACT Math Hacks
(Programs + Calculator Tricks)
TI-84 ACT Math Hacks
(Programs + Calculator Tricks)
TI-84 ACT Math Hacks
(Programs + Calculator Tricks)
Download the TI-84 Starter Pack
Download the TI-84 Starter Pack
This free starter pack gives you the exact setup, programs, and shortcuts I teach my ACT/SAT students so they can work faster, more accurately, and with less stress under time pressure on test day.
This free starter pack gives you the exact setup, programs, and shortcuts I teach my ACT/SAT students so they can work faster, more accurately, and with less stress under time pressure on test day.
Stay Ahead of the Test Prep Curve
Stay Ahead of the Test Prep Curve
Stay Ahead of the Test Prep Curve
Get expert ACT/SAT updates, strategy tips, timelines, and parent guidance — straight to your inbox.
Get expert ACT/SAT updates, strategy tips, timelines, and parent guidance — straight to your inbox.
Get expert ACT/SAT updates, strategy tips, timelines, and parent guidance — straight to your inbox.
Understand What’s Really Holding
You Back
Understand What’s Really Holding You Back
Understand What’s Really Holding You Back
Test anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone. The Test Taker Mindset Quiz helps identify how pressure shows up for you — and what to do about it.
Test anxiety doesn’t look the same for everyone. The Test Taker Mindset Quiz helps identify how pressure shows up for you — and what to do about it.
In just 60 seconds, you’ll uncover:
Your dominant test-taking mindset
How stress and pressure affect your performance
Why traditional prep hasn’t fully worked
Which strategies will help you feel calmer and more in control
This quiz is designed to give you clarity before you move forward.
This quiz is designed to give you
clarity before you move forward.
