TeXr

TeXr

Making it easy to type math inline, anywhere.

What is TeXr?
TeXr is a Chrome extension called 'TeXr' that allows users to type math inline easily. It eliminates the need for complex syntax and learning curves associated with LaTeX, making it accessible to students and anyone who wants to communicate math quickly. With TeXr, you can type math and paste it into any app or website without additional software requirements.
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Stats
This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2022-01-21
By: TeXr
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 3.40 (5)
Version: 1.01 (Last updated: 2018-04-17)
Creation date: 2018-04-16
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: High risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • http://*/*
Size: 120.83K
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Summary

Texr is the definitive solution for typing math inline. No compile time, no steep learning curve, and no syntax shenanigans. Texr allows you to type math and paste it anywhere, with no additional software required to view it for any device that supports Unicode; want to post DeMorgan's Theorem to GroupMe? No problem, type it up in Texr, paste it into Groupme, and hit send. Anyone can read it, whether they're on their phone or the web client, with or without the extension installed.

To check whether or not your device supports Unicode, if you can read this: ¬(A ∨ B) = ¬A ∧ ¬B, then you can utilize all of Texr's features.

Now, suppose you are taking math classes, have an online study group, and want to ask a question. Existing options include LaTeX, and writing out the equation on a piece of paper and taking a picture.

The main problem with LaTeX is that it takes a long time to learn, is time intensive to use, and most likely isn't worth the time to learn if you choose not to pursue math research. On the other hand, taking a picture is easy and not quite time consuming, but if your handwriting is messy, or if your group messaging app doesn't support uploading images, then it's not much of a solution at all.

TeXr solves these problems by essentially being a simpler, realtime-compiled LaTeX. TeXr uses a smaller symbol set, and can therefore be more lightweight and better-suited for students or others who just want to type and communicate math quickly.

There are only eight commands that you need to know to use TeXr at peak efficiency:

  1. Type \ to begin inputting a command.
  2. You can click the suggestions that appear as you type a symbol to autocomplete.
  3. The glossary shows every available symbol, categorized by field of math.
  4. Clicking a term in the glossary inserts it automatically at the end of the existing text.
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User reviews
As an Engineering/Physics student I really love this extension. Saves me time when writing papers and speaking with other students about equations. One addition I would like to see added are the two symbols for "less than or equal" to and "greater than or equal to": ≤, ≥
by Cameron Eggart Cameron Eggart, 2020-04-08

How this thing operates, is you first type a backslash (\), then start typing the name of the symbol you want to insert. While you're typing, a list of available math symbols that match what you're typing, will appear underneath your input box. You then click on the one you want, to insert it. Also, you can type an up arrow (^) before a number, then a space after the number, to convert it to superscript, and a _ before a number to make it subscript. Alternately, you can just scroll down the list of available symbols and click to insert it. It could probably be more intuitive, but if you understand these basics, it works fine.
by Randy Grace Randy Grace, 2019-05-16

i didnt get it and i press help but still didnt get it
by Kai Lee Kai Lee, 2018-06-10
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Safety
Risk impact

TeXr may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

TeXr may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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