Mathematics
To add mathematics, such as equations, there are two available math editors in Paligo. Learn how to switch between them, see Choose a Math Editor.
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MathQuill is the default built-in math editor in Paligo. To learn how to use it, see Use the Built-In Math Editor.
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MathType provides more advanced mathematical features and requires a Wiris MathType subscription. This is available on the Enterprise plan . To learn how to access it, see Use the MathType Editor.
Paligo's built-in editor MathQuill is the default math editor. It is free to use and you can use it to create simple equations. If you need to use more complex equations, you can switch to the MathType editor instead, although this does require a Wiris MathType subscription.
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The MathType editor is backwards-compatible with the built-in editor, so you can switch between them if needed.
To choose which math editor to use:
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Select the topic or component in the Content Manager to open it in the Editor.
Alternatively, you can Create a Topic and edit that.
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Select Editor settings in the toolbar.
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Paligo displays the Editor Settings dialog.
The editor settings are global and will apply to all the topics and publications that you work with. The settings will only be applied to your user account.
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Select the Editing tab.
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Scroll down to the MathType Editor section.
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Select Use the Mathtype editor for editing math expression box to choose the math editor you want to use for your topics:
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Check the box if you want to use MathType.
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Clear the box if you want to use Paligo's built-in math editor.
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Select Save Settings.
The default enabled built-in math editor is a customized version of MathQuill. It has less features than the MathType editor, but is free to use in Paligo.
Enter commands, such as fraction and multiplication, by using commonly used keys, such as / and *. The editor will generate proper math display of these. Remember to type a space after each "backslash
command".
Enter commands, such as fraction and multiplication, by using commonly used keys, such as / and *. The editor will generate proper math display of these. Remember to type a space after each "backslash
command".
Note
Note that if you are going to publish to help desk, you cannot use math expressions there, as the HTML tags are not allowed on those platforms. You may then have to make a special version of that content for publishing there.
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Select the topic or component in the Content Manager to open it in the Editor.
Alternatively, you can Create a Topic and edit that.
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Position the cursor where the equation is to be added.
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Press Alt + Enter ⏎ (Windows) or Command ⌘ + Enter ⏎ (Mac) to display the Element Context Menu.
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Enter
Equationand select it from the menu.
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Double-click the added equation element to display the math editor.
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If you see a more complex math editor, then the MathType editor is enabled for your topic.
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Use the math editor's features to create the equation. Below are some examples of commands you can use.
Tip
For a more complete list of commands, see this web site: List of math commands
There are also many videos on YouTube showing the basics of these commands: YouTube introduction videos for compatible math commands
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Select Insert to add your mathematic equation to your content.
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Repeat this process for each equation that you need.
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Select Save.
The MathType editor has more features than the default built-in math editor MathQuill. To be able to use the MathType editor, you need:
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Paligo Enterprise plan
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A Wiris MathType subscription.
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To provide Wiris with the URL of your Paligo instance. Wiris need this to set up the integration with Paligo in their system. You cannot use the MathType editor until Wiris have set up the integration for you and confirmed the integration.
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To enable the MathType editor in Paligo, see Choose a Math Editor.
Note
Note that if you are going to publish to help desk, you cannot use math expressions there, as the HTML tags are not allowed on those platforms. You may then have to make a special version of that content for publishing there.
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Select the topic or component in the Content Manager to open it in the Editor.
Alternatively, you can Create a Topic and edit that.
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Position the cursor where the equation is to be added.
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Press Alt + Enter ⏎ (Windows) or Command ⌘ + Enter ⏎ (Mac) to display the Element Context Menu.
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Enter
Equationand select it from the menu. -
Double-click the added equation element to display the math editor.
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Use the math editor's features to create the equation. To learn how to use the MathType editor, see the official MathType documentation.
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Select Insert to add your mathematic equation to your content.
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Repeat this process for each equation that you need.
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Select Save.