# Elevation Calculator Calculate elevation statistics from a list of elevation points > Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/elevation-calculator - **Category:** Calculator - **Keywords:** elevation, altitude, height, gain, loss, statistics, calculator, gps ## Overview The Elevation Calculator provides precise statistical analysis of your terrain data by processing a list of elevation points to determine total gain, loss, and overall altitude metrics. ## Inputs - **Elevation Data** (textarea): Enter elevation values, one per line (e.g., 100, 150, 120, 200...) - **Unit** (select) ## When to use - Analyzing GPS track logs to determine the total physical exertion required for a hike or cycling route. - Evaluating terrain profiles for land surveying or construction planning projects. - Calculating cumulative elevation changes from raw sensor data exported from wearable devices. ## How it works - Paste your list of elevation values into the input field, ensuring each point is on a new line. - Select your preferred unit of measurement, either meters or feet, to match your source data. - Click the calculate button to generate a comprehensive statistical summary of your elevation profile. ## Use cases - Outdoor sports performance tracking for hikers and cyclists. - Geographic data analysis for environmental research. - Infrastructure planning and site assessment for construction. ## Frequently asked questions ### What format should my elevation data be in? The tool accepts a simple list of numerical values, with one elevation point per line. ### Does this tool calculate total gain and loss? Yes, the calculator processes the sequence of points to distinguish between upward climbs and downward descents. ### Can I switch between meters and feet? Yes, you can toggle the unit setting to ensure your output matches your required measurement system. ### Is there a limit to how many points I can process? The tool is designed to handle large lists of elevation data efficiently; simply paste your full dataset into the text area. ### Does this tool require GPS coordinates? 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