SimpleTex

SimpleTex lets users capture a mathematical formula from the screen or upload an image file, then converts the visual representation into a LaTeX expression. The application processes the input, performs optical‑character recognition for math symbols, and returns the corresponding markup, which can be copied or directly inserted into documents.

The tool integrates with common document‑editing programs, allowing the generated LaTeX, MathML, or other supported formats to be pasted or imported, streamlining the workflow for anyone who frequently works with equations. It is designed for macOS and is released as a stable, free product developed by a college student.

Typical users include students, researchers, and professionals who need to digitize printed or screen‑captured formulas quickly, reducing the manual effort of re‑typing complex mathematical notation.