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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."
there's no way this guy is having sex. ever.
Seriously. Just stop trying to type notes. We both know you're just dicking around on facebook. Just take notes with paper. You can write equations, draw graphs, and whatever else you want, including little stars and hearts next to your favorite equations.
If for some reason you really need to type your notes, do it after class. You have a problem of your own making.
Even streaming music into my headphones to keep me awake during my one evening lecture.
Oh yeah sure. You're totally paying attention while you're rockin' out to Math and Physics Club.