Keywords: LaTeX, TeX, equation, editor, mathematics, maths, mathematical, scientific notation, formula, formulae
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- typing them directly into texts.
- using the Java-based Dragmath editor in Moodle's TinyMCE editor.
- using the HTML-based equation editor in Moodle's Atto editor (since Moodle 2.7).
Afterwards, TeX expressions are rendered into Mathematics notation:.
Information on the Tiny MCE and Atto text editors is available in the wiki guide M02 - Text editor.
Who can use it?
Anyone editing in Moodle using the text editors can insert equations.
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- Have the default Moodle editor enabled (in case of doubt, its name is Atto). TinyMCE). You can click your profile name and select Preferences - Editor Preferences to check that the Default editor is selected.
- In your Moodle space, be in a context where you can edit (e.g. a Page, Quiz question, Forum post).
- In the text, editor toolbar select the Insert Equation button; either the equation editor will display or you will be prompted to allow it in your browser's security settings (if the latter, then do allow it).
select the three dots button on the right to see the Equation Editor button.
- The Equation Editor should now display.
As you enter TeX equations you can see these appear in the preview at the bottom of the window.
You access the equation editor from the Moodle text editor's equation button - to see the Equation Editor button you may need to toggle on the full view 'Toolbar toggle' button 
(select Show More buttons (downward arrow) which is the top-left right button ) to see the equation editor button.in the toolbar.
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Further guidance on Using TeX Notation is available from moodledocsMoodle Docs. If you find any inaccurate or missing information you can even update this yourself (it's a communal wiki).If you have a specific question about the tool please contact the Digital Education teamplease raise a staff query form. |
Caution
Make sure you have Java up to date on your computer.
Examples and case studies
None None at this time .
Questions & Answers
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