Akindi supports mathematical formulas and equations so you can include complex notation directly in your assessment. Equations can appear in question text, answer options, and question group preambles.
Import Formulas & Equations
If your Word document contains equations built with MathML or LaTeX, Akindi will automatically recognize and import them- no extra formatting needed. Just upload your document as usual and your equations will appear exactly as created.
Add/ Create Formulas & Equations
1. Place your cursor in the question, answer option, or preamble where you want the equation to appear.
2. Click the '+' menu button. Select 'Mathematics'.
3. In the editor window, add the LaTeX. A live preview updates as you type so you can confirm it looks right before saving. Formatting errors will highlight in red.
💡 New to LaTeX?
LaTeX is a formatting language used to write math notation.
For example, \frac{1}{2} renders as ½ and x^2 renders as x². A quick web search for "LaTeX math symbols" will surface many cheat sheets.
4. Click 'Save'.
Edit Formulas & Equations
1. Click directly on the equation in the editor. A pop-up editor will open showing the LaTeX source.
2. Make the desired changes in LaTeX. The preview updates in real time.
Formatting errors will be highlighted in red.
3. Click 'Save'.
Resize LaTeX
If an equation is too small to read clearly on a printed assessment, you can increase its size by adding a size command at the very beginning of your LaTeX.
1. Click the equation to open the editor.
2. Add one of the following commands to the start of your LaTeX, from smallest to largest:
\large
\LARGE
\Huge
\HUGE
3. Click 'Save'.
