asciitex
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Description:
Generate ASCII-art representations of mathematical equations
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.21@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: latex ascii-art mathematics cli text-processing
Install: brew install asciitex
About:
Asciitex is a command-line utility that converts LaTeX mathematical expressions into high-quality ASCII art representations. It intelligently maps mathematical symbols and structures to corresponding text characters, preserving the visual layout and readability of the original equation. This tool is invaluable for displaying complex formulas in environments that lack graphical rendering capabilities.
Key Features:
  • Parses standard LaTeX math syntax
  • Outputs clean, readable ASCII art
  • Supports a wide range of mathematical symbols
  • Lightweight and fast command-line interface
Use Cases:
  • Embedding mathematical equations in plain text documentation or README files
  • Displaying formulas in terminal-based applications or CLI output
  • Communicating complex math in text-only communication channels like email or chat
Alternatives:
  • LaTeX to ASCII – Web-based converters that offer similar functionality but lack a local CLI workflow.
  • MathJax – A JavaScript-based display engine for math on the web, requiring a browser context.
License: GPL-2.0-only
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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