# Area of elements

Area of elements mesh quality control is based on the algorithm of area calculation of meshing elements . It can be applied to meshes consisting of 2D meshing elements with 3 and 4 nodes (triangles and quadrangles).

To apply the Area quality control to your mesh:

1. Display your mesh in the viewer.

2. Choose Quality Controls > Area or click button. Your mesh will be displayed in the viewer with its elements colored according to the applied mesh quality control criterion: