(A3,6) Insert Mathematical or Chemical Equations

Learn how to insert mathematical and chemical equations using MathType, LaTeX, or ChemType in the Rich Text Editor.

Last updated 20 May 2026

Insert Mathematical Equation using MathType

When editing a Rich Text-enabled component, choose the Mathematics Equation icon .
Use the toolbars found within the MathType editor or handwrite (opens in new tab) to create or edit the mathematical equation. For more information on the toolbars, click here (opens in new tab).
Click Insert in the MathType editor when done.
You will be able to see the equation rendered as an image in your response.
To edit an equation, double-click the image to open the MathType editor.

Note: You are now able to copy and paste your mathematical equations in the Rich Text Editor.

You can also type LaTeX equations between double dollar signs – $$ – in the Rich Text Editor. For more information on the LaTeX commands supported, click here (opens in new tab).
The equation will be rendered as an image in the module preview.

When editing a Rich Text-enabled component, choose the Chemical Equation icon .
Use the toolbars found within the ChemType editor to create or edit the chemical equation. For more information on the toolbars, click here (opens in new tab).
Click Insert in the ChemType editor when done.
You will be able to see the equation rendered as an image in your response.
To edit an equation, double-click the image to open the ChemType editor.

Note: You are now able to copy and paste your chemical equations in the Rich Text Editor.