# TeX Anywhere — Create & share LaTeX equations

> Mobile LaTeX equation editor and sharer with real-time rendering. (iPhone/iPad app by Erik Heitfield.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tex-anywhere/id1474534056 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Erik Heitfield](https://appshunter.io/developer/1012332918)
- Category: Productivity, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.69/5 from 67 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.2 · 7 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-08-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tex-anywhere/id1474534056/reviews.md

## What is TeX Anywhere?

With TeX Anywhere you can quickly create and share beautifully formatted mathematical equations on your iPhone or iPad.  Equations are input using standard LaTeX syntax and rendered in real time.  Once complete, an equation can be exported to other apps such as e-mail clients, word processors, or social media apps as images or PDF files. You can also send equations from within Messages. If the receiver of your message also has TeX Anywhere installed they can edit your equation, making TeX Anywhere a valuable collaboration tool.

TeX anywhere includes a number of advanced features designed to make creating and sharing LaTeX-formatted equations quick and easy.  These include:
- a keyboard toolbar providing quick access to commonly used LaTeX syntax characters,
- dozens of pre-defined macros covering mathematical operators, Greek letters, and symbols,
- options to adjust an equation's font size, text color, and background (including transparency) allowing seamless integration of TeX Anywhere equations into existing documents,
- options to export equations as images, PDF files or LaTeX code, and
- fully updated from iOS 13 including support for dark mode.

If you commonly use math to communicate, we're confident that TeX Anywhere can make your life better.

## Key features

- Real-time LaTeX equation rendering
- Export as image, PDF, or LaTeX code
- Keyboard toolbar for quick syntax access
- Pre-defined macros for symbols and operators
- Customizable font size, color, and background
- Collaboration features for editing equations
- Dark mode support

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tex-anywhere/id1474534056/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Good live compilation!

*2023-03-07*

Taught me LATEX. Could use a dedicated backslash button, otherwise quite good

### 1/5 — Free to download, but help must be purchased.

*2022-05-21, version 1.5*

The download is free, but there is no free documentation on how to use it. The user is being exploited by the app and this should be made clear prior to downloading it to prevent frustration and wasted effort. Not recommended without better warnings in the App Store.

I attempted to upgrade my review one star and my review was hacked and deleted, so I stand by my initial assessment. This is not a complete TeX program and is only useable to typeset individual equations or learn how the TeX language functions. Let the buyer beware!

### 5/5 — I just changed the backgroud color

*2021-03-01, version 1.5*

it's beautiful!

### 5/5 — iMessage extension is awesome!

*2020-09-22, version 1.5*

I got this mainly for its iMessage extension. It’s super easy to use, and is great when you want to write even a little math in a conversation. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Fantastic, precisely what I needed

*2020-06-16, version 1.4*

Every once in a while I need to drop an equation into an online post or article, and TeX Anywhere is perfect for quickly typing it up and generating an image. Simple and powerful design, I love it.

### 3/5 — So cool!!

*2020-04-10, version 1.4*

I love this so much; I’m constantly texting friends in grad school about our statistics homework and this will be so much better

### 5/5 — Love it .

*2019-12-11, version 1.3*

Now I can help my kid in college sending her some math directly through sms. Very efficient and convenient!

### 5/5 — Amazing app

*2019-11-28, version 1.3*

I’ve always been wondering if there would be an app on iOS like the LaTeXiT. Surprisingly, here it is! Well done! The overall experience is enjoyable, while the following are the improvements I hope in future updates: More math symbols can be introduced, like multiple integral and \boldsymbol commands, etc. I would also like the option that part of the toolbars can be fixed on the screen, because backslashes and curly brackets are just so frequently used. Well done again and best wishes!

### 4/5 — Great app.

*2019-11-20, version 1.3*

This app is better than Vulcanize. It would be nice if there was the \cancel function for showing canceled units/terms.

### 5/5 — Easy to use!

*2019-10-25, version 1.2*

Very powerful yet simple. I use it all the time when writing lab reports, papers, and presentations. It’s very easy to write an equation and export it to use elsewhere.

## Frequently asked questions about TeX Anywhere

### How do I create an equation in TeX Anywhere?

You input equations using standard LaTeX syntax directly into the app. The equation will render in real-time as you type, allowing you to see the formatted result instantly.

### What formats can I export equations in from TeX Anywhere?

TeX Anywhere allows you to export your created equations as images, PDF files, or even the raw LaTeX code. This flexibility ensures compatibility with various platforms and workflows.

### Can I collaborate on equations with others using TeX Anywhere?

Yes, TeX Anywhere supports collaboration. If another user has TeX Anywhere installed, they can edit equations you send them, making it a useful tool for joint work.

### Does TeX Anywhere support dark mode?

Yes, TeX Anywhere is fully updated for iOS 13 and includes support for dark mode, providing a comfortable viewing and editing experience in low-light conditions.

### What devices is TeX Anywhere compatible with?

TeX Anywhere is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed to work seamlessly across these Apple platforms.

### How often is TeX Anywhere updated?

The latest version of TeX Anywhere is 1.5, last updated on June 28, 2020. The app has been updated from iOS 13, indicating ongoing support and development.

### What is the age rating for TeX Anywhere?

TeX Anywhere has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger students who may be learning mathematical concepts.

### Is TeX Anywhere free to use?

Yes, TeX Anywhere is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, making it a completely free tool for creating and sharing LaTeX equations.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.5 — 2020-06-28

Thank you everyone who has supported development of TeX Anywhere by contributing to the tip jar, writing App Store reviews, and sending feedback.
New in version 1.5:
+ Added support for iPad drag-and-drop.  From the file picker screen, you can now long-press an equation thumbnail and drag the equation into another App.

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