How to use LaTeX in AhaSlides question titles

How to use LaTeX in AhaSlides question titles

LaTeX lets you display mathematical equations and scientific notation directly in your question titles — no image uploads needed. It renders on both the presenter view and all participant devices simultaneously.

How to add LaTeX

There are two ways to enter LaTeX in the canvas editor.

Option 1 — Using the LaTeX dialog (recommended)

  1. Open the canvas editor and click the LaTeX icon in the toolbar.
  2. Type your equation in the dialog box. No need to wrap it in $ signs.
  3. Confirm to render it in your slide.

Option 2 — Typing directly in the title

  1. Click into the question title field.
  2. Wrap your equation in $ signs — e.g. $x^2 + y^2 = z^2$
  3. Hit space or click outside the text box. It converts to rendered LaTeX automatically.

What's supported

AhaSlides uses KaTeX to render LaTeX. This covers most standard equations and scientific notation, but does not support full LaTeX document syntax. Commands like \documentclass or \begin{document} won't work — write the equation part only.

Error handling

If you enter invalid LaTeX syntax, the editor shows an error message rather than breaking your slide. Fix the syntax and the equation will render correctly without affecting your presentation flow.

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