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Abstract: <bold>Calculation of the deflection of reinforced concrete members – general procedures for slabs and beams</bold> This paper introduces the fundamental procedures to calculate the deflection in the cracked state taking into account creep and shrinkage. A range of different methods with various degrees of accuracy is presented for beams and one‐way slabs, based on the guidelines of EC2. For simple systems these methods can also be used for hand calculations, permitting a high degree of control over the procedure. Subsequently, the usually rather complex calculation of deflections caused by the shrinkage of the concrete is considered in more detail. For a selection of systems, diagrams containing coefficients for a more efficient estimation of shrinkage deflections can be derived. Furthermore, the cracked state deflection of concrete slabs is addressed more closely. It can be calculated with the help of suitable finite element programs or using simplified manual procedures. The basic principles can be transferred from the previously considered beam structures. However, other influence factors have to be addressed, such as the procedure to reduce the flexural stiffness and the redistribution of the internal forces caused by cracking. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]