Placing equations in Word with MathType 
(or Equation Editor
)
Start typing your problem within Word. For example, if you want your students
to solve for x in a particular problem, just type “Solve for x” and then
click on the MathType or equation editor icon. Type
your equation:
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You can change the color, style, or size of the equation (only in MathType). Once you get the equation, go to File ->Save (or control S). The equation should appear in line with your text as shown below: Solve for x: If you want to make changes to your equation, just double click the equation, make your changes, and save your work. |
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Here are a list of common shortcut keys Exponent: control h (h stands for higher) Subscript: control l (l stands for lower) Fraction: control f Square Root: control r Definite Integral: control i
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Note: In MathType, when you hover your cursor over a symbol, it will give you the shortcut key at the bottom.
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: control g, p (
the g stands for “Greek’)