MathCapture – Equation Editor

MathCapture – Equation Editor is an AI-powered equation editor designed specifically for macOS. It provides multiple input modes for creating and editing mathematical formulas, along with advanced recognition features for digitizing existing equations.

Its primary strength lies in its seamless integration with Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint) on Mac, offering a polished workflow for academic and professional users.

Key Features of MathCapture

Multiple Editing Modes

MathCapture caters to different user preferences by supporting three distinct ways to input and edit formulas:

• Instant $\text{LaTeX}$ Mode: Allows users to type $\text{LaTeX}$ code and see the rendered equation in real-time without the delay of full compilation.

• Standard $\text{LaTeX}$ Mode: Supports professional $\text{LaTeX}$ engines ($\text{XeLaTeX}$, $\text{PdfLaTeX}$, $\text{LuaLaTeX}$) and full package support, including libraries for graphics ($\text{tikz}$), chemistry ($\text{mhchem}$), and algorithms.

• Visual Editing Mode: Enables users to build equations visually using templates and symbols, similar to traditional equation editors, and supports exporting to $\text{LaTeX}$ and $\text{MathML}$ formats.

Formula and Symbol Recognition (AI-Powered)

This is a signature feature that speeds up the process of converting non-digital math content:

• Formula Recognition: It can instantly convert math equation images (like a screenshot or a photo of a textbook) into editable $\text{LaTeX}$ code. This feature works fully offline.

• Symbol Recognition: It helps identify individual mathematical symbols quickly and accurately.

Microsoft Office Integration

MathCapture installs plugins to integrate directly with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint on macOS:

• Round-trip Editing: Formulas embedded in documents can be opened and edited within MathCapture and saved back to the document.

• Professional Typesetting: It supports features like automatic formula numbering, referencing, and inline baseline alignment for a polished, publication-ready appearance.

System Requirements

MathCapture is a native macOS application:

• Operating System: Requires macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later.

• Compatibility: It is designed to run on both Apple Silicon (M-series) and Intel Mac computers.