Last updated: August 26, 2026.
The Sqr function returns the square root of a non-negative number.
Syntax
Sqr(number)| Argument | Description |
|---|---|
number | Non-negative numeric expression |
Examples
Sqr(81) ' 9
Distance: Sqr([X] ^ 2 + [Y] ^ 2)
RootValue: Sqr([Value])A negative argument raises an error. Validate calculated inputs before calling Sqr.
See Microsoft’s Access function reference for related expression functions.
