How do I type math?

admanb

I'm looking for a program, word processor, or whatnot that can easily typeset equations. Is there anything that does that simpler than, say, LaTeX?

SilverEternity

Math Type. I believe there is a basic version included within Microsoft Word, but you can also get a free 30-day trial here: http://www.dessci.com/en/products/mathtype/?gclid=CKTKkNfI3aUCFcbsKgod6zco4A

It's fairly simple to use and will allow you to format everything properly. It's what I use as a math teacher and I used it for some assignments in college. Also, if you are looking for a math software program I recommend Maple. It is incredible but takes a bit of time to get used to.
http://www.maplesoft.com/

kuhlmeye

Microsoft Word 07 and up has an equation editor built in.

Insert -> Equation is all the way on the right hand side of the ribbon.

It's kinda clunky at times, but it works well enough.

Midshipman

Word 03 has it as well. I can't recall if it comes installed by default, but it can be downloaded for free if it isn't.

http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/word-help/insert-an-equation-HP005190247.aspx

evilmrhenry

Open Office has an equivalent ability.

Papillon

If you're going to be writing a lot of reports which are heavy on math I recommend investing in learning LaTeX.

dukederek

Papillon wrote: »

If you're going to be writing a lot of reports which are heavy on math I recommend investing in learning LaTeX.

I cannot endorse this viewpoint enough. LaTeX is only difficult for about half a day of being confused followed by a lifetime of chanting about how "LaTeX Knows Best". It Does.

Download a sample preamble file and a beginner's guide to the syntax and I can guarantee you'll stop considering any other method for writing large files

Folken Fanel

Long term: go with latex. Its the standard for all mathematical publications and typing your reports in latex will make your professors wet their panties.

Short term: Math type or EXP

Seriously though, just learn latex.

admanb

I already do LaTeX. I'm asking for a friend who's looking short term.

Thanks for the suggestions, all.

Echo

Probably not at all what you're looking for, but it's so cool that I'll mention it anyway: MathJAX

Javascript library for rendering mathematical expressions on a web page. Can apparently render LaTeX and Mathlab syntax.

Ganluan

Echo wrote: »

Probably not at all what you're looking for, but it's so cool that I'll mention it anyway: MathJAX

Javascript library for rendering mathematical expressions on a web page. Can apparently render LaTeX and Mathlab syntax.

Holy shit this is amazing