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Are you planning to write up a math-related article or document but lost when it comes to the symbols? Learn how to type mathematical symbols using the Keyboard Viewer in Macintosh System OS X.

Method 1
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Use the Keyboard Viewer App on the Apple Menu bar

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    • Click on it and hold the mouse button down.
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  2. Do this by positioning the cursor there with the mouse via insertion.
  3. For example, the "∞" symbol. You may want to select from the various font options available on the right.
    • You can also use the "Add to Favorites" button. In the upper right, click on the Add to Favorites button.
    • Double-click on the "∞" infinity icon key.
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Method 2
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Using the Keyboard Viewer App on the Apple Menu bar

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    • Click on it and hold the mouse button down.
    • Scroll down to "Show Keyboard Viewer".
  1. Control and Shift keys, and combinations thereof.
    • Other keys that are available this way in option pairs are the + ±, = ≠, < ¯, > ˘, ? ¿, d ∂, f ƒ, w ∑, j ∆ ,key-pairs etc. Also of use is the Null set, {ø}, available from the o key and option or Shift+Option = Ø. The degrees symbol is useful in trigonometry, from the zero key and option: 0º, or 90º ... and for temperatures of course.
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  • Question
    How do I incorporate exponents on a Mac?
    Shamitha Kuppala
    Community Answer
    There are two great ways to write exponents on a Mac! First, you can use the classic caret symbol (above the 6) by pressing the shift key and 6. Second, many specific writing platforms (such as Apple's Pages and Google Docs) have the option of using a superscript, which helps you write something in the exponent's position. This superscript option can often be found in the "Tools" or similar sections.
  • Question
    Where is equal sign on Mac, and how do I use it?
    Zzzsleepy0987
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    The equal sign is to the left of the delete button. There is no need to press Shift.
  • Question
    Is there a method that doesn't involve using the keyboard viewer?
    Bustertiko
    Community Answer
    If you don't want to use the keyboard viewer, then you can search for the symbol online and copy and paste it. If you want to make the keyboard viewer show up then go to Settings, Keyboard, and if it's disabled, then enable 'Show keyboard and emoji viewers in menu bar'. Alternatively, you could do the command: "⌘⌃Space" (Command+Control+Space).
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