Preview nicely formatted math equations as you type them into WeBWorK answer boxes!

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Version
2.0
Update
September 24, 2023
Size
1.56MiB
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Users
2,000+
Rating
4.6 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
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WeBWorK MathView Extension

With the WeBWorK MathView extension you will see live previews of the equations you type into WeBWorK answer boxes, fully formatted in proper math notation. No more need to use the \"Preview My Answers\" button which reloads the entire page.

Extra Features:
- Bracket highlighting in the input box (mismatched brackets and current brackets)
- Adds a \"Clear Answers\" button to clear all the answer boxes on the page. Useful if you're redoing questions while studying and don't want to see the answers right away
- Changes the answer box font to a math font
- Disables spellcheck on the answer boxes so your math text isn't always underlined in red

This extension uses the following open source libraries:
- KaTeX (https://khan.github.io/KaTeX/)
- MathJax (https://www.mathjax.org/)
- AsciiMath (http://asciimath.org/)

This software is not in any way affiliated with the official WeBWorK project or the Mathematical Association of America. All names, logos, brands and other trademarks or images featured within this software are the property of their respective trademark holders.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install WeBWorK MathView extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install WeBWorK MathView extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install WeBWorK MathView extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install WeBWorK MathView extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download WeBWorK MathView extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a WeBWorK MathView extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the WeBWorK MathView Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the WeBWorK MathView extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the WeBWorK MathView extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for WeBWorK MathView extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the WeBWorK MathView extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download WeBWorK MathView extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install WeBWorK MathView extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the WeBWorK MathView extension file

Select and download the WeBWorK MathView extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the WeBWorK MathView extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your WeBWorK MathView extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the WeBWorK MathView extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install WeBWorK MathView extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Madison Bryant (ID: 000000d74f4d79d0) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 03/05/2022 not clear on how to use.

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Jennie D'Ambroise (ID: 0000001f00e42336) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/20/2021 thank you !

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Akademie Akademie (ID: 00000044346d4985) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/15/2021 Works as expected. Useful for students. Useful for instructor when showing work.

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Tyler Lum (ID: 00000072f9bafa90) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/29/2017 This is really cool. A bit of a process to get it started, but very helpful for consistent WebWork users.

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Foster Dolling (ID: 000000d3629c595c) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/28/2017 Pretty nifty I must say.