LaTeX to Image Converter
Turn LaTeX into a sharp PNG, SVG, JPG or PDF with a transparent background, any color and up to 8× resolution.
- PNG up to 8×
- Vector SVG & PDF
- Transparent
- Alt text
Valid LaTeX. Edits here update the visual editor.
What is a LaTeX to image converter?
A LaTeX to image converter typesets a LaTeX equation and saves it as a picture you can use where LaTeX is not supported: slides, Google Docs, Canva, social posts, YouTube thumbnails, forums and email. PNG and JPG are pixel images, best for documents and chat; SVG and PDF are vector, so they stay perfectly sharp at any size and can be edited in Inkscape, Illustrator or Figma. This converter renders with MathJax 4 directly in your browser, so it is fast and the equation never leaves your device.
How to convert LaTeX to PNG or SVG
- Paste your LaTeX into the LaTeX box, or build the equation in the visual editor.
- Set the font size, color, background (transparent or a solid color) and padding. The preview shows exactly what will be saved.
- Choose a PNG scale: 2× for documents, 4× for slides, 8× for print.
- Download PNG, SVG, JPG or PDF, or use Copy image to paste straight into another app.
Why convert LaTeX to images here
- Pixel-perfect and vectorPNG and JPG up to 8× resolution, plus true vector SVG and PDF with glyphs drawn as paths, so they look the same in every app.
- Transparent or any colorKeep the background transparent for slides and dark themes, or pick any text and background color to match your design.
- Accessible by defaultEvery export carries alt text that reads the equation aloud in words, so screen reader users hear "x equals the fraction..." instead of "image".
- 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.
- 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 Nothing you type is sent to a server, so unpublished research, exam questions and homework stay on your device.
- 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.
Where LaTeX images are useful
- Presentations. Insert a transparent PNG or SVG into PowerPoint, Keynote or Google Slides.
- Google Docs and Canva. Neither renders LaTeX, but both accept images.
- Social posts and thumbnails. Export a large PNG with a transparent or colored background for a post, video thumbnail or presentation.
- Web pages and docs. Get $…$ for Markdown, Notion, Obsidian and GitHub, MathML for HTML, or an SVG with alt text for a blog post.
- Print and posters. Use SVG or PDF for posters and print layouts that need vector quality.
- Messages and forums. Copy equations as plain Unicode text (x² + y² = r²) for email, Slack, Discord or a forum that has no math support.
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: a white equation for a dark slide
Paste \int_{-\infty}^{\infty}e^{-x^2}\,dx=\sqrt{\pi}, set the color to white, keep the background transparent and choose 4×. Download the PNG and drop it on a dark slide. For a poster, download the SVG instead and scale it to any size.
What to expect from the result
Images are rendered with the New Computer Modern math font; other fonts such as Cambria Math are not available. Very long equations are not wrapped automatically: add \\ inside an aligned block to break lines. JPG has no transparency, so a white background is used unless you choose a color.
LaTeX to Image Converter questions
How do I convert LaTeX to PNG?
Paste the LaTeX, pick a scale (2× is a good default) and choose Download PNG. The PNG has a transparent background unless you choose a color.
Can I get a transparent background?
Yes. Transparent is the default for PNG and SVG. JPG does not support transparency, so it uses white or the background color you choose.
Is the SVG a real vector file?
Yes. Each glyph is drawn as an SVG path, so the file needs no fonts, scales without blurring and opens in browsers, Inkscape, Illustrator, Figma and PowerPoint.
Can I edit an equation image later?
Yes, if you saved it here. PNG and SVG exports store the LaTeX inside the file. Open the image with Open File and the equation is restored.
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.