What exactly is the Calculation Algorithm?

The Calculated Algorithm allows you to calculate a value based on the values that have been saved within the item.

A technical implementation can be very complex if you enable brackets in the algorithm.
For example,

((2 * (a + b)) + 5) / 3

is readable. However, it can be difficult to process.
This representation (in reverse Polish notation or postfix), on the other hand
a b + 2 * 5 + 3 /
can be processed relatively easily and is also readable for an experienced person.

A Calculation Algorithm consists of:

• a single-line expression which can contain these operators. Operators for Calculated Fields

• or a multi-line structure which is described here. Structure Elements for Calculated Fields