Convert LaTeX to Unicode by pressing 'Alt + W' ('Control + W' for Mac) in browser inputs.

Latest Version

Version
1.6.3
Update
August 9, 2023
Size
73.66KiB
Developer
golopot.github.io/tex-to-unicode
Category
Users
4,000+
Rating
4.0625 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
ActiveTab
Storage
Scripting
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TeX to Unicode Extension

Convert TeX math symbols to Unicode in browser inputs. Select TeX and press Alt + W (Control + W for Mac).
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "version": "1.6.3", "name": "TeX to Unicode", "description": "Convert LaTeX to Unicode by pressing 'Alt + W' ('Control + W' for Mac) in browser inputs.", "action": { "default_title": "TeX to Unicode", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "commands": { "convert": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+W", "mac": "MacCtrl+W" }, "description": "Convert selected TeX to unicode." } }, "icons": { "48": "/assets/icon48.png", "128": "/assets/icon128.png" }, "permissions": ["activeTab", "storage", "scripting"]}
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How to download and manually install TeX to Unicode extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install TeX to Unicode extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download TeX to Unicode extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the TeX to Unicode extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the TeX to Unicode extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode extension file

Select and download the TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode 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 TeX to Unicode extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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Sohail Farhangi (ID: 000000c6fd63e2a2) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 04/17/2023 I tried using this on mathscinet, and it successfully converted the text code into something readable, but it didn't remove any of the dollar signs (the $), so it was still annoying to read. Seems like this should be easy to fix, which is why I am leaving a one star review to get the attention of the creators, then I will convert this to a 5 star review after this problem is fixed.

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Arkady Shaldov (ID: 000000714d96b643) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/10/2022 utterly genius

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Ojas Bhagavath (ID: 000000e1263cceba) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/09/2022 Does what it says (mostly), some conversions don't occur, but other than that, I'm happy.

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Mark Ma (ID: 00000019a01fc3bb) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 11/23/2021 any one knows how to add Subscripts and superscripts? I tried _j and ^y not working

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Alejandro Díaz-Caro (ID: 000000704dce4f2f) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 03/03/2021 Excellent extension!