detexify ☆
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Description:
LaTeX handwritten symbol recognition
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 1.0.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: latex mathematics ocr productivity developer-tools
Install: brew install --cask detexify
About:
Detexify is a machine learning-based tool that recognizes handwritten mathematical symbols and converts them into corresponding LaTeX commands. It provides an intuitive interface for users to draw symbols, which are then classified to suggest the appropriate LaTeX code. This significantly speeds up the process of finding obscure LaTeX symbols and improves productivity for typesetting documents.
Key Features:
  • Handwritten symbol recognition via drawing canvas
  • Instant LaTeX command suggestions
  • Searchable database of LaTeX symbols
  • Offline functionality as a desktop application
Use Cases:
  • Finding LaTeX commands for mathematical symbols without remembering exact names
  • Learning and discovering new LaTeX symbols for academic writing and research papers
Alternatives:
  • Mathpix Snip – More powerful OCR for equations but requires subscription; Detexify is free and focused on individual symbols
  • LaTeX symbol lookup websites – Manual search-based; Detexify uses ML for direct handwriting recognition
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jul 2, 2024 11:09pm 1.0.2 0 VERSION_BUMP d4ca0d85
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