MathType FAQs
Can I install MathType Desktop on more than one computer?
Yes, if you purchase a MathType Individual subscription. Installing it on your office computer and your laptop is allowed – installing it on your friend's or coworker's computer is not.
Do you offer site licenses?
Yes, we have site licenses for K-12 schools, university departments, university campuses, corporations and government organisations. Contact us for details on how to purchase a site license.
I have both Windows and Macintosh computers. Do I need to buy two separate subscriptions?
No. One subscription will suffice, since a MathType subscription includes a product key valid for MathType Desktop for Windows, Mac, and online use (Google Docs, Microsoft Office Online).
How do I type a space into an equation? Why does it beep when I hit the spacebar?
MathType automatically applies spacing as you type according the rules of mathematical typesetting. This involves 6 different space widths, none of which is the width of a normal space. Since people are so used to hitting the spacebar while typing, we disable it when math is being entered. However, MathType also has a Text mode which allows you to type in a plain English phrase or sentence in the middle of an equation. And, of course, the spacebar works in Text mode.
Are Mac and Windows versions of MathType compatible? How about Mac and Windows MS Word documents containing MathType equations?
Yes, MathType for Macintosh and Windows are fully compatible and Microsoft Word documents containing MathType equations can be easily shared between them.
What applications are compatible with MathType?
MathType works with virtually all popular word processors, presentation programs, page layout programs, graphing products and many others — basically any application that supports Insert Object, cut/copy/paste, drag-and-drop, insertion of image files or translations to/from MathML, TeX or LaTeX.
Where do I find my product key (sometimes referred to as "registration number")?
Select 'About MathType' from the MathType Help menu. Your product key is also in your MathType package, and on your receipt if you ordered from our online store. Failing that, contact our office so we can do a database search.
Will MathType run on my computer (system requirements)?
MathType runs on Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, or XP or higher. RAM and hard disk requirements are minimal.
Will others who don't use MathType be able to read my equations?
Windows users need to download and install the MathType fonts available free on our web site. Alternatively, both Mac and Windows users can download our free MathType 30-day trial which will install the fonts and work as a better Equation Editor even when the 30 days are up.
