Incidence Matrix Calculator

Create directed or undirected incidence matrices with instant validation. Visualize vertex degrees and edge patterns. Download tables for classes, assignments, audits, or research.

Directed graphs Undirected graphs Weighted entries CSV export PDF output Instant validation

This calculator converts an edge list into an incidence matrix, validates graph inputs, summarizes vertex incidence, and plots degree-style totals for quick interpretation.

Incidence Matrix Calculator Form

Enter graph settings below. Use one edge per line. For weighted mode, enter: from to weight.

Unweighted: u v
Weighted: u v w

Example Data Table

This sample shows a directed graph edge list and the kind of source data the calculator accepts.

Edge From Vertex To Vertex Weight Meaning
e1 1 2 1 Edge leaves 1 and enters 2
e2 1 3 1 Edge leaves 1 and enters 3
e3 2 4 1 Edge leaves 2 and enters 4
e4 3 4 1 Edge leaves 3 and enters 4
e5 4 5 1 Edge leaves 4 and enters 5

Formula Used

For a graph with vertices as rows and edges as columns, the incidence matrix entry is based on how a vertex touches an edge.

Directed graph: If edge e goes from vertex u to vertex v, then for column e: row u = -w, row v = +w, and all other rows = 0.

Undirected graph: If edge e connects vertices u and v, then for column e: row u = w, row v = w, and all other rows = 0.

Self-loop: In undirected mode, a self-loop may be represented with 2w at the same vertex row.

Here, w is the edge weight. In unweighted graphs, the calculator uses w = 1.

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Select whether the graph is directed or undirected.
  2. Enter the total number of vertices in the graph.
  3. Choose numeric or symbolic labels for display.
  4. Enable weighted mode if edge weights are included.
  5. Paste one edge per line inside the edge list area.
  6. Use u v for normal edges or u v w for weighted edges.
  7. Click Generate Incidence Matrix.
  8. Review the matrix, summaries, and Plotly chart.
  9. Download the result as CSV or use print-to-PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions

1) What is an incidence matrix?

An incidence matrix represents how graph vertices connect to edges. Rows usually represent vertices, columns represent edges, and each entry shows whether a vertex participates in an edge.

2) How does directed mode work here?

Directed mode places a negative value at the source vertex row and a positive value at the destination vertex row for each edge column. All other entries stay zero.

3) How does undirected mode differ?

Undirected mode marks both incident vertices positively for the same edge. This highlights connection membership without assigning travel direction between the two endpoints.

4) Can I enter weighted edges?

Yes. Enable weighted mode and enter each edge as three values: start vertex, end vertex, and weight. Those weights are used directly in the matrix entries.

5) What happens with invalid vertices?

The calculator validates every line. If an edge references a vertex below 1 or above the declared vertex count, it shows a clear error message.

6) Why is the result shown above the form?

This layout helps you see the final matrix immediately after submission while keeping the form available below for quick corrections and repeated testing.

7) What does the Plotly graph display?

The chart displays total incidence by vertex. In directed graphs, the summary table also shows separate incoming and outgoing totals for deeper analysis.

8) How do I save the matrix as PDF?

Click the PDF button. It opens the browser print flow, where you can save the formatted result section and page content as a PDF document.

Why This Tool Helps

Incidence matrices are useful in graph theory, network design, circuit analysis, flow models, scheduling, discrete mathematics, and algorithm education. This page combines validation, matrix generation, export tools, and a quick visual summary in one interface.

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