Equatio is a digital tool for creating, editing, and sharing mathematical and scientific notation in digital documents and online learning platforms. Widely used in higher education as of 2025, Equatio enables faculty and students to insert math expressions using handwriting, typing, or speech-to-math input, and integrates with tools like Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Canvas, and PDFs. The tool supports LaTeX and MathML, offers graphical equation editors, and includes accessibility features to support students with diverse learning needs.

Pedagogical purposes

Actionable uses

Top 5 Equatio tips

  1. Use handwriting recognition or speech input for fast equation entry without LaTeX
  2. Leverage the screenshot reader to convert existing math images into accessible, editable digital math
  3. Insert dynamic graphs alongside equations to visualize functions and data in your documents
  4. Organize complex expressions with the equation editor’s structured templates and symbols
  5. Check accessibility settings to ensure compatibility with assistive technologies for all users

Learning resources