Subtract
What It Does
Subtracts one number from another, producing their difference. This basic math operation is useful for finding gaps between values or reducing numeric values.
Inputs
| Name | Description | Type | Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | The first number (minuend) | Number | Yes |
| b | The number to subtract (subtrahend) | Number | Yes |
Outputs
| Name | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| value | The difference (a minus b) | Number |
How to Use It
- Drag the Subtract node into your graph.
- Connect a number (like
44) to the "a" input. - Connect another number (like
33) to the "b" input. - Run the graph—your output will be
10.
Tips
- Remember that subtraction is not commutative: a - b is not the same as b - a.
- For absolute differences (regardless of which is larger), pair this with an Absolute node.
See Also
- Add: For adding numbers together.
- Multiply: For multiplying numbers together.
Use Cases
- Spacing Adjustment: Calculate the difference between container width and content width.
- Relative Positioning: Determine offsets from a base position in layouts.
- Token Derivation: Create derived tokens by subtracting values from a base token.