Frequently Asked Questions
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Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about MoboMath. For product support and other questions, please see the Support section for a full list of FAQs and additional resources.
Downloading and Installing MoboMath
How can I try MoboMath?
Download it here. Try it free for 30 days and see how easy it is to create and edit equations for technical documents, calculations, presentations, and web pages using your pen.
What hardware do I need to support handwritten input?
For best results, you need a tablet PC or external tablet to use MoboMath. If you don't currently have a tablet device, external tablets are an inexpensive option and are easy to install.
What is the Product Improvement Program?
The Product Improvement Program helps us improve our products by collecting handwriting samples from our users. If you join the Product Improvement Program, MoboMath will upload handwriting data and recognition results to our secure server for diagnostic purposes only. MoboMath will not upload any documents or information that could be used to personally identify you, and your data will be anonymously pooled with data from many other users for analysis. You can opt in or out of the program at any time from the MoboMath Preferences dialog.
How can I buy MoboMath?
You can buy MoboMath directly from our online store. If you have installed the trial version of MoboMath, you will also find a link to purchase MoboMath in the product's Help menu. For larger orders, site licenses, and other special cases, please contact us at
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If I buy MoboMath, will it automatically update my trial version?
In general, yes. However, a problem has been found in the installer for MoboMath 1.2.1 which may prevent MoboMath 1.3 from updating that version automatically. If you have a trial copy of MoboMath 1.2.1, we recommend that you uninstall it before purchasing and installing MoboMath. Otherwise, you may have to install MoboMath 1.3 twice, choosing Repair the second time, for all necessary desktop and Start menu shortcuts to appear. You can check your version number by choosing "About MoboMath" from the Help menu.
Using MoboMath
How do I enter math expressions?
Just write your expression in the MoboMath window as you normally would. Then tap the Enter button or use the Enter gesture to convert it to a formatted expression. Once your expression has been converted, you can drag or copy it into the application where you want to use it. See Getting Started with MoboMath for a quick introduction, or check the video tutorials for live examples of entering and converting equations.
If I need to change an expression, how do I edit it?
MoboMath includes a variety of editing tools for correcting recognition errors and making other changes. For example, if MoboMath interprets a ‘z’ as a ‘2’, just tap the ‘2’ once or twice to get the right character. If you need to replace a character or selection, just write your change on top of it. You can add, delete, replace, or rearrange any part of an expression using simple pen gestures. MoboMath help and the video tutorials show you the details.
My handwriting isn’t great – will MoboMath still recognize it?
MoboMath should work for you if you're careful and follow the writing guidelines in the documentation. Your results should also improve over time as you get used to MoboMath and as you use its tools to adapt it to your writing. Try downloading the free trial and see how it works for you.
What applications does MoboMath support?
MoboMath supports Mathematica 7 and 8, Maple 12 and above, Microsoft Word 2010, 2007, and 2003, MathType 6, MathMagic for Windows, and many other popular applications. Since MoboMath supports TeX, LaTeX, and presentation and content MathML, it is compatible with a wide range of standards-based products. MoboMath can also export expressions as images that can be used on web pages or in applications that require image formats.
How do I move math expressions from MoboMath to other applications and back?
The easiest way to exchange expressions with other applications is to copy or drag them from one application to the other. Before dragging or copying from MoboMath, be sure the export format is set correctly for your target application. Note that you can import only Word and MathML formats into MoboMath, including MathML from Mathematica, Maple, MathType, and MathMagic. TeX, LaTeX, and images can be exported but not imported.
Can other people use the documents I create with MoboMath?
Absolutely. They can use your documents and worksheets normally even if they don't have MoboMath, and you can use MoboMath on their documents – to edit their equations, for example.
