Canvas has two (2) ways to enter Math & Science Equations. Using the built in Math Editor, or by typing LaTeX directly into the Rich Content Editor.

To use the Math Editor

Open up any section that has the Rich Content Editor and click on the Equation icon or click on Insert and then select Equation from the drop down list.

Open Math Editor by clicking on equation icon in toolbar

Use the tabs at the top of the Toolbar to search for the math equation or symbol that you wish to insert into your Rich Content Editor. You may also use Advanced View to type in LaTeX. Then click on Insert Equation.

Insert Equation into Rich Content Editor

When you are finished adding content to the Rich Content editor, click Save.

click save

View the mathematical formulas, chemical formulas, or equations you created. Equations are rendered using MathJax. To view the MathJax options menu, right click the equation.

To Type in LaTeX InLine into the RCE

Equations can be added manually in any Canvas area that includes a text field, such as the title of an assignment or in a calendar event. Manual entries must be formatted according to LaTeX specifications.

Text fields support MathJax $$ or /( delimiters to identify equations. Adding equations added in a \(...\) format indicates the equation should be in an inline format. Generally, equations entered with text should be formatted inline. However, an equation in a $$...$$ format indicates the equation should be in a block format.

Inline Example:

\(area = \int_{a}^b f(x)dx\)

Block Example:

$$y = mx + b$$

LaTex in the Rich Content Editor LaTex in the Rich Content Editor

When saved, MathJax renders the LaTeX equations in the editor window as inline and block text, respectively.

Guides

How do I use the Math Editor in the Rich Content Editor?

More information on the Rich Content Editor