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Adding Equations

Add LaTeX math to course, module, and topic descriptions

Overview

Descriptions on BlitzGrok support LaTeX math rendered with MathJax. Type equations directly in the description editor using backslash delimiters — not dollar signs.

Use \( \) and \[ \] — not $ or $$. Dollar-sign delimiters are not supported in descriptions.
For general editor features, see the Content Formatting guide.

Inline Equations

Wrap short expressions inside a sentence with \( and \):

The energy is \(E = mc^2\) where \(c\) is the speed of light.

Inline math flows with the surrounding text — ideal for variables, short formulas, and unit symbols.

Display Equations

For centered, standalone equations, use \[ and \] on their own line:

\[
x^2 + y^2 = z^2
\]

Display math is centered when learners view the description. Use it for key formulas, derivations, and multi-line expressions.

Copy-Paste Examples

Quadratic formula (display)

\[
x = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}
\]

Inline with display (mixed)

For a circle with radius \(r\), the area is given by:

\[
A = \pi r^2
\]

Editing Tips

  • Visual tab — Type or paste LaTeX delimiters directly; math appears as a highlighted code snippet while editing.
  • Raw Markdown tab — Paste pre-written content with \(…\) and \[…\] for precise control.
  • View mode — After saving, open the description on the course, module, or topic page. MathJax renders equations in the learner-facing view.
  • Switch between Visual and Raw Markdown anytime — delimiters are preserved on save.
Tip: The editor shows LaTeX literally while you edit; rendered math appears when learners view the description.

Troubleshooting

  • Math shows as raw text: Check delimiters — use \( \) or \[ \], not $ or $$.
  • Display math not centered: Put \[ and \] on their own lines, not inline with other text.
  • Backslashes disappear: Switch to Raw Markdown and re-enter the delimiters; avoid copying from PDFs that strip backslashes.
  • Preview while editing: The WYSIWYG editor shows LaTeX source; open the saved description in view mode to see rendered math.
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