Discover Some Unusual LaTeX Symbols with [\text{tex}] and [\text{/tex}]

In summary, LaTeX is a typesetting system that is commonly used in mathematics, science, and academia for creating professional-looking documents. It offers a wide range of tools and symbols for formatting and organizing text, equations, and other elements in a document. To access and use the symbols, users simply need to type \text{tex} and \text{/tex} before and after the desired symbol or equation, respectively. These symbols can also be customized in appearance using various LaTeX commands and packages. There are plenty of online resources and tutorials available for learning more about LaTeX and its symbols, and they can be used in other programs or documents as long as they support the use of LaTeX.
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Use between [[itex]\text{tex}[/itex]] and [[itex]\text{/tex}[/itex]].

[tex]\begin{array}{ccccc}
between & \between \\
divideontimes & \divideontimes \\
gtrdot & \gtrdot \\
lessdot & \lessdot \\
circledast & \circledast \\
boxdot & \boxdot \\
boxplus & \boxplus \\
boxtimes & \boxtimes \\
checkmark & \checkmark \\
maltese & \maltese \\
bowtie & \bowtie \\
curlywedge & \curlywedge \\
curlyvee & \curlyvee \\
circledcirc & \circledcirc \\
sqcup & \sqcup \\
sqcap & \sqcap \end{array} \qquad \begin{array}{ccc}Cup & \Cup \\
Cap & \Cap \\
Subset & \Subset \\
Supset & \Supset \\
varkappa & \varkappa \\
gtrless & \gtrless \\
smile & \smile \\
frown & \frown \\
heartsuit & \heartsuit \\
spadesuit & \spadesuit \\
diamondsuit & \diamondsuit \\
clubsuit & \clubsuit \\
cdots & \cdots \\
vdots & \vdots \\
ddots & \ddots
\end{array}[/tex]
 
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FAQ: Discover Some Unusual LaTeX Symbols with [\text{tex}] and [\text{/tex}]

What is LaTeX and why is it useful?

LaTeX is a typesetting system that allows users to create professional-looking documents, particularly in the fields of mathematics, science, and academia. It is useful because it offers a wide range of tools and symbols for formatting and organizing text, equations, and other elements in a document.

How do I access and use the [\text{tex}] and [\text{/tex}] symbols?

To access these symbols, simply type \text{tex} and \text{/tex} before and after the desired symbol or equation, respectively. For example, \text{tex} \frac{1}{2} \text{/tex} will produce the fraction 1/2 in your document.

Can I customize the appearance of the symbols?

Yes, you can customize the appearance of the symbols by using various commands, such as \textbf{} for bold text or \textit{} for italicized text. You can also change the font size, color, and alignment of the symbols using different LaTeX packages.

Are there any resources for learning more about LaTeX and its symbols?

Yes, there are plenty of online resources and tutorials available for learning LaTeX and its symbols. Some popular options include Overleaf, ShareLaTeX, and LaTeX Wikibooks. You can also refer to the official LaTeX documentation for a comprehensive guide.

Can I use LaTeX symbols in other programs or documents?

Yes, you can copy and paste LaTeX symbols into other programs or documents, as long as the program supports the use of LaTeX. You can also export your LaTeX documents to different formats, such as PDF, HTML, or Word, for use in other programs.

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