Handwriting and pdf to LaTeX conversion

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Handwriting to LaTeX

As a general note, none of these tools work with 100% accuracy. But, they can save you a lot of time typing. Mathpix Snip is a powerful software that converts images of handwritten or digitally printed equations into LaTeX code. Memorizing, looking up, and typing out codes for individual notations and symbols can become quite frustrating and time-consuming. For anyone who frequently creates LaTeX-based documents, Snip will prove helpful and reduce an immense amount of time. In a nutshell:

  • Converts Screenshots of text and mathematical expressions into LaTeX code.
  • Can convert both pdf and handwritten equations
  • App available on mobile devices for quick capturing
  • First 50 conversions are free
  • Works on Mac and Windows


MathKey is available for iOS and MacOS, MathKey is an application that uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to read handwritten mathematical expressions from its own interface and accurately converts it to an image, LaTeX, or MathML code. With its Remote Keyboard function, it is also possible to directly transfer expressions written on tablets to a desktop. MathKey can serve as a useful and efficient tool for those who prefer to write out expressions before conversion.


MyScript Webdemo is an online software that uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to convert handwritten math expressions, text, and diagrams to relevant workplace-friendly files. It is available on Windows, Linux, and Mac and is free of charge.


LaTeX to Mobius

A web app, LaTeX2Mobius has been developed to convert LaTeX files to html files that can be copy/pasted into Mobius source code. For best results, consult the User Guide before uploading a tex file to ensure proper formatting.

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