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Mat Calculator: DIY Framed Art

Mat Calculator: DIY Framed Art

Artists Custom Framing Tool

29 ratings
54 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📷 Photo & Video
$1.99

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Released
August 26, 2009
Updated
September 25, 2024

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Developer

Courtney & Company
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About

This app helps artists and DIY enthusiasts accurately calculate matting and framing dimensions for custom projects. It offers three modes to determine mat borders, image sizes, or frame sizes, preventing costly mistakes and saving time.

✓Mat border calculation
✓Image size calculation
✓Frame size calculation
✓Option for wider bottom mat border
✓Mat preview with screenshot option
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What users say about Mat Calculator

Reviews of Mat Calculator are mostly negative: the Utilities app is rated 3.2/5 from 29 App Store ratings. What users like most: saves time on calculations, useful for mat framing. Top complaints: crashes frequently, unusable on latest OS. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Saves time on calculations
  • 👍Useful for mat framing
  • 👍Accurate measurements
  • 👍Easy to use (with practice)
  • 👍Great for DIYers
  • 👍Handy reference tool
  • 👍Optimizes mat board usage
  • 👍Helps visualize mats
  • 👍Good for beginners
  • 👍Makes calculations easy
  • 👍Quick and easy
  • 👍Essential for matting

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes frequently
  • 🐛Unusable on latest OS
  • 🐛Poorly designed UI
  • 🐛Hidden buttons on iPhone
  • 🐛Clumsy and difficult
  • 🐛Not worth the frustration
  • 🐛Changes measurements
  • 🐛Terrible app
  • 🐛Cannot figure it out
  • 🐛Outdated UI
  • 🐛Not intuitive
  • 🐛Complicated
  • 🐛Tedious to use
  • 🐛Ugly interface
  • 🐛Overpriced
  • 🐛Does not work
  • 🐛Useless
  • 🐛Waste of money
  • 🐛Not flexible
  • 🐛Difficult to use fractions
  • 🐛Carelessly developed interface
  • 🐛Inconsistent recalculations
  • 🐛Does not accept metric
  • 🐛Nonfunctional
  • 🐛Does not output cut opening size
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What's New in Mat Calculator

4.5

September 25, 2024

Bug Fix

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Keeps crashing. Unusable

I used to use this app and loved it. Now with the latest iPhone OS it crashes, even with my older iPad. It’s too bad the app was never updated.
MiddleofMayMiddleofMay

Removed download image feature

Newest upgrade removed the download image feature- why?
kz1wh2kz1wh2

Poorly designed. Poor controls.

Can’t see the back and forth buttons on an iPhone 13. They are hidden under the clock and battery icons on the screen. Difficult app to use. Not worth the frustration.
MichelexyzMichelexyz

Save $2…

And don’t get this very simple yet clumsy app. Easier to use paper and pencil. It can’t do anything that you can’t do…and faster. Would be great if there were more frames plus accommodation for double and triple matting. OK, if you are hopeless with math, this will help. Otherwise…fergitaboutit.
rangolirangolirangolirangoli

WORST APP IN THE HISTORY OF APPS!!

Will not let you put your n any measurements!! Changes them every time!! Completely ripped off my money for app!!
Belle072007Belle072007

Response from developer

I'm sorry that you had issues with this app. Since all payments are handled through Apple you will need to reach out to Apple to get a refund. I won't inhibit you from getting a refund. We are working to improve this app. Kind regards,

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Reported Bugs

19 issues

App crashes on latest iPhone OS

Bug

App crashes on older iPads

Bug

Download image feature removed

Bug

Back and forth buttons hidden on iPhone 13

Bug

Cannot input measurements correctly

Bug

Measurements change automatically

Bug

Mat Optimization tool quits the app

Bug

Overlap calculation unclear and incorrect

Bug

No double window mat feature

Bug

No allowance feature

Bug

Does not support more than one cut-out

Bug

Mat Optimization tool quits the app

Bug

Calculated results don't always recalculate

Bug

Cannot find "NEW CALCULATION" option

Bug

Does not accept metric measurements

Bug

Tap on image size shows frame size input screen

Bug

Tap on frame size shows matte size input screen

Bug

Does not give the size of the opening to cut

Bug

Flipping vertical and horizontal image sizes

Bug
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Requested Features

18 requests

Add double window mat feature

Feature

Add allowance feature (1/8")

Feature

Support for double matting with adjustable reveal

Feature

User-defined presets for common mats

Feature

Ability to load pictures to visualize mat

Feature

Change mat color

Feature

Mat Optimization tool fix

Feature

Allow metric measurements

Feature

Add a "Clear All" button

Feature

Put in print and mat sizes to get custom frame size

Feature

Add more frames

Feature

Accommodation for double and triple matting

Feature

More intuitive on/off buttons

Feature

Sleeker frame design options

Feature

Adaptive drawing to match aspect ratio/borders

Feature

Include matboard thickness in calculation for bevel overlap

Feature

Support for more than one cut-out

Feature

Add a second mat with adjustable reveal

Feature

FAQ

What does the Mat Calculator app do?

The Mat Calculator app helps users determine missing dimensions for their custom framing and matting projects. It assists in calculating mat borders, image sizes, or frame sizes to ensure accurate cuts and prevent costly errors.

What are the main calculation modes available?

The app offers three primary calculation modes: MAT CALCULATION to find border sizes given frame and picture dimensions, IMAGE CALCULATION to determine the correct print size for an existing frame, and FRAME CALCULATION to find the overall frame size needed.

How much does the Mat Calculator app cost?

The app has a low one-time cost. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required, meaning you pay once and have full access to all features.

Who can benefit from using this app?

This app is designed for a wide range of users including professional framers, gallery owners, and DIY enthusiasts who want to frame various items such as fine art, photographs, crafts, needlepoint, and more.

Can I preview my mat before cutting?

Yes, all calculations conclude with an option to preview your mat proportions. These previews are free of watermarks and can be screenshotted for later use or sharing.