SharpEL-1901 Paperless Printing Calculator with Check and Correct, 12-Digit LCD Primary Display, Functions the Same as a Printing Calculator/Adding Machine with Scrolling LCD Display Instead of Paper

I thought the paperless adding machine couldn't be as good as it sounds. I was wrong. Not only does it keep your line items in memory, but you can scroll back and review your line items for accuracy if something is off. You can also delete or correct a line item that you entered incorrectly. You can also insert a line anywhere in your list.It's easy to read and being able to change the angle of the display will make it work for people of any height. It has the look and feel of a real adding machine because it is. It has all the standard functions of a typical adding machine and more. I didn't realize how much I missed having an adding machine until I got one again. Also, without paper and ink, it does not make a lot of noise like a paper and ink adding machine.This is a game changer in the adding machine field. This is the first model I've seen using digital paper, but I have a feeling we'll see many more models using this technology. The only two negative comments I have are: 1. Clearing the running tape is awkward. You have to hit the down arrow, shift, and then delete twice. And that's not in the instructions. Really weird move. The other is you are limited to 300 line items before it starts overwriting the oldest lines. If you are ever in a position where you find yourself having to add more than 300 numbers in one calculation, this is a problem. I don't have to add that many numbers, so it's not an issue for me. Fifteen years ago it would have been.I highly recommend this adding machine for anyone who makes serious calculations and it's not important to save the tape. If you are worried it won't feel like an adding machine, don't. You'll love the look and feel. And being able to correct one number in a 20 number calculation is amazing.

My extremely old school desktop calculator breathed its last. I wanted a AC powered machine that provided the same features except for the primed tape option.This calculator does everything I needed and has the LCD screen display that efficiently tracks my input. No more paper to throw away.The size is perfect. This isn’t a cheap solar powered toy. Fit, finish and appearance are all strengths.I highly recommend.

it works great with big numbers

I have had this calculator for about a year and to be honest the only thing I wish it did was I wish the scrolling display had an option for a backlight. I use it a lot and because of how my desk is set up there are times that there is a glare or it is just dark. I think and adjustable backlight could make a huge difference on the stress of our eyes. Other than that it is a great machine.

I ordered this to replace my 10 year old Canon printing calculator that was getting problematic as it didn't always register numbers correctly and I got a lot of errors. I never really used the printing function exception very occasionally, but this non-printing calculator was a great find—I hadn't known it existed before. I've found the digital print screen to be quite useful and you can always see what you've just typed in, which is nice for double checking. I leave the little screen tilted up so I can see the numbers in a running list to confirm, which I really like a lot. There's an easy 3-step process to delete all the numbers on the screen when desired, which I always do when I'm done and about to shut it off. I recommend learning this process (not printed in the manual, unfortunately). Otherwise, it keeps in memory a running list up to 300 entries. The calculator has a slightly smaller footprint than my old Canon model, it weighs a lot less, and it's nice to get rid of the bulky paper roll holder and its weight hanging behind the calculator like with my old one, it turns on instantly (my old Canon took ages to start up), and the keys are easy and comfortable to push. There are a lot of great calculating functions if you bother to learn them all. It seems that Sharp is the only company with a "printing" screen like this. Great invention and very useful for most of us. I'm totally satisfied with this calculator, and would definitely buy it again despite the rather high price.To delete numbers from the screen: Press the "down arrow" button at the top right, then the button that says "2nd" in the top left area, then press the DELETE button (has delete all written above it). Weird series of actions, I can't imagine why Sharp didn't make it a one-step process that made sense!

I love this calckylator! I especially love that I don't have to deal with loading up, and running out of, paper or changing ink ribbons! Some reviewers posted pictures of a janky screen after touching it. If you touch it, it does do weird stuff, and will appear to be irreparably broken, but the screen will go back to normal after a few minutes. So don't fret. I do suggest, though, that you avoid touching the screen with your fingers. To clean it, wipe it ever so gently with a microfiber cloth. Also, to delete all your calculations in one fell swoop, scroll up a couple of times, press the 2nd key, then press the delete key. This will wipe everything out, taking you back to row 1. The instructions do not offer up this info. Happy calculating!