Customization

Getting Started with OpenOffice 4

Chapter 8: Getting Started with Math

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• What is Math?
• Getting Started
• Entering a formula
  • Example 1
  • Example 2
• Customization
• Formula layout
• Numbering equations

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Customization

Formula Editor as a Floating Window

The formula editor can cover a large part of the Writer window. To turn the formula editor into a floating window, do this:

1. Hover the mouse over the editor frame, as shown in Figure 212.
2. Hold down the  Ctrl  key and double-click.

Figure 212. Hold down the  Ctrl  key and double-click on the border of the formula editor to turn it into a floating window.

Figure 213 shows the result. You can dock the floating window again by using the same steps. Hold down the  Ctrl  key and double-click the window frame.

Figure 213. Formula editor as a floating window

How Can I Make a Formula Bigger?

This is one of the most common questions people ask about Math. The answer is simple, but not intuitive:

1. Start the formula editor and choose Format → Font size.

Figure 214. Changing the font size for a formula

2. Select a larger font size under Base size (top-most entry).

Figure 215. Edit Base size (top) to make a formula bigger

The result of this change is illustrated in Figure 216.

Figure 216. Result of changing the base font size