Capturing and Converting Equations in Videos and Beyond Using the EquatIO ScreenShot Reader

Learners can capture handwritten equations in videos and other media using the ScreenShot Reader feature of the Google Chrome extension EquatIO and convert them into digital characters. Open a video, like one found on YouTube or in Google Drive. Select the EquatIO extension. When the toolbar opens at the bottom of the screen, select the ScreenShot Reader. Lasso the equation displayed on the screen. EquatIO will take a moment to scan and convert the equation. Once finished, the equation will automatically be read aloud. Using the three dots on the far right, users can choose to copy the converted equation and then paste it into another application, like a Google Doc. The following video is a short demonstration of how to use the ScreenShot Reader function in EquatIO to capture, convert, copy, and then paste an equation. At the time this blog post’s publication, EquatIO is available to every learner in Loudoun County Public Schools.

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