Online Equation Editor
Write any equation visually or in LaTeX, then paste it into Word, Google Docs, PowerPoint or Canvas. Free, with no account.
- Equation writer
- Word & Google Docs
- PNG · SVG · PDF
- No signup
Valid LaTeX. Edits here update the visual editor.
What is an equation editor?
An equation editor (also called an equation writer or equation maker) is a tool for building mathematical expressions that ordinary text boxes cannot show, like stacked fractions, square roots, sums, integrals and matrices. Word and Google Docs have basic built-in editors, and products such as MathType add more for a subscription. This free online equation editor works in any browser, writes standard LaTeX and MathML for you, and exports images that look the same everywhere you paste them.
How to write an equation online
- Start typing in the equation box, or choose an example equation to edit. The palette below has fractions, integrals, matrices, Greek letters and 200+ symbols.
- Watch the LaTeX update as you type. You can also edit the LaTeX directly; the visual editor follows along and any error is explained in plain words.
- Choose Copy for Word for an editable Word equation, or Copy image for Google Docs, Slides and learning platforms.
- Need a file? Download PNG, SVG, JPG or PDF with your chosen size, color and background.
Why this equation editor is different
- Visual and LaTeX, side by sideType math like text in the visual editor or write LaTeX directly. Both stay in sync, so you can learn LaTeX by watching it appear as you build an equation.
- Works with Word, Docs and CanvasCopy for Word pastes a real, editable Word equation. Copy image works in Google Docs, Slides, Canvas, Moodle, Teams and email. LaTeX works in Canvas and Overleaf.
- Sharp at any sizeDownload SVG and PDF as true vector graphics, or PNG up to 8× for slides and print. Transparent backgrounds and custom colors are one click away.
- Private by designEquations are rendered by your own browser. Nothing you type is sent to a server, so unpublished research, exam questions and homework stay on your device.
- Edit exported images laterPNG and SVG files you save here keep their LaTeX inside. Open one with Open File and the equation comes back, ready to change.
- Free, no accountEvery feature works without signing up, without a watermark and without a daily limit. Recent equations are kept in this browser, not in a cloud account.
Common uses for the equation editor
- Homework and assignments. Write clean solutions for online homework, Canvas, Moodle or Google Classroom without learning LaTeX first.
- Worksheets and slides. Build equations for tests, worksheets and lecture slides, then paste them into Word, Google Docs or PowerPoint.
- Canvas, Moodle and Blackboard. Write the equation here, copy the LaTeX and paste it into the LMS equation editor’s advanced (LaTeX) mode, or insert the image.
- Papers and theses. Draft and check LaTeX for a paper in Overleaf, then copy it back with \[…\] or an equation environment.
- Messages and forums. Copy equations as plain Unicode text (x² + y² = r²) for email, Slack, Discord or a forum that has no math support.
- Social posts and thumbnails. Export a large PNG with a transparent or colored background for a post, video thumbnail or presentation.
How to insert equations into Word, Google Docs, Canvas and more
- Microsoft Word
- Copy for Word, then paste. Word converts it to a native, editable equation. If you see code, choose Keep Text Only in the paste options.
- Google Docs and Slides
- Copy image (or download a PNG at 2× or 4×) and paste. Docs and Slides do not accept MathML or LaTeX.
- PowerPoint and Keynote
- Download an SVG for a sharp, scalable equation, or a transparent PNG.
- Canvas, Moodle and Blackboard
- Copy LaTeX and paste it into the LMS equation editor’s LaTeX or advanced mode, or insert a PNG with its alt text.
- Notion, Obsidian and GitHub
- Copy $…$ for inline math or $$…$$ for a display block. All three render LaTeX with KaTeX or MathJax.
- Overleaf and LaTeX documents
- Copy \[…\] or the equation environment and paste it into your .tex file.
- Email, Slack, Discord and forums
- Copy Unicode text for symbols that paste anywhere, or Copy image when the layout matters.
- Web pages and blogs
- Copy MathML for native browser rendering, or HTML <img> for an SVG image with alt text built in.
How this editor compares with other equation editors
A summary of what each option offers as of October 2026, based on their public pages. Competitors change; check their current terms before choosing.
| Feature | This editor | CodeCogs | MathType | LaTeX-to-PNG sites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free, no account | Free tier; licence for heavy or API use | Subscription after trial | Free |
| Type without LaTeX (visual editor) | Yes, synced with LaTeX | No, LaTeX input | Yes | No |
| Where equations are rendered | In your browser | On their server | Their service / add-in | Varies |
| Editable Word equation | Yes (MathML paste) | No direct option | Yes (add-in) | No |
| Vector SVG and PDF | Yes | Yes | Yes | Some offer SVG |
| Alt text for accessibility | Yes, spoken math | LaTeX title only | Yes | No |
| Re-open a saved image to edit | Yes (PNG and SVG) | No | Inside Word and Office | No |
Typing shortcuts and LaTeX cheat sheet
Type the shortcut in the visual editor, or the LaTeX in the LaTeX box. The symbol palette in the editor lists 200+ more symbols with their LaTeX commands.
| To get | Type in the visual editor | LaTeX |
|---|---|---|
| Fraction | / | \frac{a}{b} |
| Exponent | ^ | x^{2} |
| Subscript | _ | x_{i} |
| Square root | sqrt | \sqrt{x} |
| Pi, theta, alpha | pi, theta, alpha | \pi \theta \alpha |
| Sum and integral | sum, int | \sum_{i=1}^{n} \int_a^b |
| Infinity | infty or oo | \infty |
| Less or equal, not equal | <=, != | \leq \neq |
| Arrow, implies | ->, => | \to \Rightarrow |
| Plus or minus | +- | \pm |
| Matrix | Palette: Structures | \begin{bmatrix}a & b\\ c & d\end{bmatrix} |
| Text inside math | "words" or palette | \text{if } x>0 |
| Chemistry | Palette: Chemistry | \ce{2H2 + O2 -> 2H2O} |
| Move between slots | Tab, arrow keys |
Writing documents with math
For whole documents, write in the Markdown editor with $…$ math and export with Markdown to PDF or Markdown to DOCX. To pull equations out of a PDF as text, try PDF to Markdown. For quick sums, use the percentage calculator.
Example: an equation for a Google Docs worksheet
Pick Examples, then Normal distribution. Change σ to 2 in the visual editor, set the scale to 2×, and choose Copy image. Paste into Google Docs: the equation appears as a crisp image with alt text. To change it later, open the saved PNG here with Open File.
What to expect from the result
The editor covers the math you would write in a LaTeX equation: AMS math, matrices, cases, colors, cancel, physics notation and chemistry with \ce{}. It is not a full LaTeX document compiler, so packages such as TikZ diagrams and document commands like \section are not supported. Handwriting and photo recognition are not included.
Online Equation Editor questions
What is the best free online equation editor?
It depends on where the equation is going. This editor is free with no account, supports both visual typing and LaTeX, and exports to Word, images, SVG, PDF, MathML and plain text. That covers most homework, teaching and publishing needs without a MathType subscription.
How do I write equations without LaTeX?
No. Type in the visual editor the way you would write on paper: / makes a fraction, ^ a power, _ a subscript, and words like sqrt, pi, int and sum turn into symbols. The LaTeX is written for you in the box below.
How do I put an equation into Microsoft Word?
Choose Copy for Word, click in your document and paste with Ctrl+V (Cmd+V on a Mac). Word turns the copied MathML into a native equation you can edit with Word’s own equation tools. If you see code instead, open the paste options and choose Keep Text Only.
How do I add an equation to Google Docs or Slides?
Choose Copy image and paste it into the document, or download a PNG and insert it. Google Docs does not accept MathML, so an image is the reliable option. Use a 2× or 4× scale so it stays sharp.
Are my equations sent to a server?
No. The editor, the LaTeX renderer and every export run in your browser. There is no account and nothing you type is stored anywhere except your own browser’s recent-equations list, which you can clear.