TI-84 Guides & Tutorials
These TI-84 tutorials teach you everything about your calculator. Each guide uses plain language and short steps. Start with setup, then learn graphing, math, and troubleshooting.
Bookmark this page for quick help. New guides are added often. Each one is tested on a real TI-84 Plus CE.
Where Should You Start?
New here? Follow this order. First, read the setup guide to learn the buttons. Next, open the keyboard guide for shortcuts. Then graph your first function. This path takes about one hour. After that, pick any tutorial you need.
Getting Started
New to the TI-84? Start here. These three guides cover the basics.
- Using Your TI-84 Plus CE — Tour the buttons, menus, and home screen. Do your first calculations in minutes. *Beginner*
- Keyboard Guide — What every key does, including the 2nd and Alpha shortcuts. *Beginner*
- TI-84 Evo Guide — A full walkthrough of the TI-84 Evo setup and features. *Beginner*
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Fix common problems fast.
- How to Reset a TI-84 — Restart, factory reset, and fix frozen screens. *Beginner*
- How to Clear Memory — Wipe RAM, history, lists, and variables safely. *Beginner*
- Fixing Errors — What error messages mean and how to clear them. *Intermediate*
- Brightness & Mode Settings — Adjust the display and switch between degree and radian modes. *Beginner*
Math How-Tos
Step-by-step math help for class.
- How to Graph on a TI-84 — Plot functions and trace points on graphs. *Beginner*
- How to Solve Equations — Systems, polynomials, and the numeric solver. *Intermediate*
- TI-84 Statistics — One-variable stats, regressions, and stat plots. *Intermediate*
- Fractions & Decimals — Enter and convert fractions the easy way. *Beginner*
Advanced Topics
Go beyond the basics.
- TI-84 Programming Guide — Write, run, and delete your own programs. *Advanced*
- How to Put Games on a TI-84 — Install games safely, step by step. *Intermediate*
- How to Use the TI-30XS — Key functions of our scientific calculator. *Beginner*
Studying for the SAT or ACT?
These tutorials match what test prep needs. Graphing, solving equations, and statistics appear on both tests. Practice each skill on our free emulator first. Speed comes with repetition.
Practice each lesson on our free online emulator. It runs the same TI-84 Plus CE software. You can follow every step right in your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these TI-84 tutorials free?
Yes. Every guide on this page is free. No signup or download is needed.
Which guide should I read first?
Start with the setup guide. It covers the buttons and home screen. Then try the keyboard guide. You will feel comfortable within an hour.
Do I need a physical calculator?
No. Our free online emulator runs the same software. Every tutorial works in your browser. A physical calculator helps on test day only.
How long does each tutorial take?
Most take 10 to 20 minutes. Beginner guides are shorter. Advanced topics take a bit longer. Work at your own pace.
Do these guides work for the TI-83 too?
Many steps are similar. Button names and menus differ slightly. The TI-83 vs TI-84 article explains the differences.