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How To Enter Equations Quickly In Class?
AdmiralXyz writes "I'm a university student, and I like to take notes on my (non-tablet) computer whenever possible, so it's easier to sort, categorize, and search through them later. Trouble is, I'm going into higher and higher math classes, and typing "f_X(x) = integral(-infinity, infinity, f(x,y) dy)" just isn't cutting it anymore: I need a way to get real-looking equations into my notes. I'm not particular about the details, the only requirement is that I need to keep up with the lecture, so it has to be fast, fast, fast. Straight LaTeX is way too slow, and Microsoft's Equation Editor isn't even worth mentioning. The platform is not a concern (I'm on a MacBook Pro and can run either Windows or Ubuntu in a virtual box if need be), but the less of a hit to battery life, the better. I've looked at several dedicated equation editing programs, but none of them, or their reviews, make any mention of speed. I've even thought about investing in a low-end Wacom tablet (does anyone know if there are ultra-cheap graphics tablets designed for non-artists?), but I figured I'd see if anyone at Slashdot has a better solution."
microsoft paint
f_X(x) = integral(-infinity, infinity, f(x,y) dy)
Just type $$f_X(x) = \int_\infty^\infty f(x,y) dy$$ instead.
Claim you have a disability and get the university to pay someone to write all of your notes.
aren't math people supposed to use pencil?
Only if you're one of those people who make mistakes. Obviously no one on /. would fit in this category.
If you have something that you dont want anyone to know, maybe you shouldnt be doing it in the first place -Eric Schmidt
It took me lightyears to explain that to someone.