TeX for Gmail

Use LaTeX (a method for rendering mathematical formulas) with Gmail.

TeX for Gmail: Bringing LaTeX to Your Gmail

"TeX for Gmail" is a Chrome extension that allows you to use LaTeX in Gmail for typesetting mathematical formulas. This tool enables clear mathematical communication on both outgoing and incoming emails, without requiring the recipient to have the extension installed or even use Gmail. The math rendered by this extension is compatible with most mail readers, browsers, and mobile devices.

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Extension stats

By: https://alexeev.org

Users: 50,000+

Rating: 4.61

(359)

Version: 6.7.3 (Last updated: 2020-11-23)

Creation date: 2020-04-02

Risk impact: Moderate risk impact

Risk likelihood:

Very low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

storage
https://mail.google.com/

Size: 157.70K

Email: va*****@gmail.com

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Ranking

# 3,378 ▲ 131

Other rankings

#3138 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 8 #105 in gmail keyword 76 ▲ 14

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Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

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Extension summary

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Typeset math in the outgoing and incoming messages. The other person does not have to have TeX for Gmail installed or to use Gmail. Math is viewable in most mail readers and browsers, including mobile ones.

User reviews

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Pros

Very convenient for typing LaTeX equations in emails.
Renders equations beautifully and maintains alignment with text.
Saves time by eliminating the need to import compiled LaTeX as images.
Users find it easy to use with little hassle.

Cons

Extension will be removed from Chrome, leading to concerns about finding alternatives.
LaTeX equations disappear after sending emails.
Does not work with certain image servers when trying to use advanced formatting.
Some users experience unresponsiveness from the extension.

Most mentioned

The extension makes it easier to write mathematical content in emails.
Users are disappointed with the potential removal of the extension.
Concerns about the extension accessing all inbox data.
The user experience varies; while it works well for most, there are issues with rendering for some recipients.

User reviews

So sad to learn that this extension will be removed. It's very convenient to be able to do latex equations in email with ease. Does anyone know of any replacement?

Alex Yuffa, 2024-12-10

est ce qu'on pourrait avoir une documentation , je ne comprends pas comment elle fonctionne même en cliquant sur l'icône , est ce que l'extension fonctionne avec la dernière version de chrome ?