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Platen
Edit equations for slides and more
by Wisha Wanichwecharungruang
Official site: flathub.org
About Platen
Platen is a Typst/LaTeX equation editor intended for use when making presentations. You can...
Typeset equations using Typst or LaTeX (translated to Typst via MiTeX).
See the equations rendered instantly as you type.
Customize style and layout (anything Typst is capable of).
Change your Typst/LaTeX preamble, and use any package from the Typst Universe.
Export as SVG, PDF, PNG, JPEG, and WebP.
Directly paste vector output into LibreOffice, OnlyOffice, or any program that support pasting SVGs.
Directly paste vector output into Google Slides (experimental).
Recover formulae from Platen-made image files by pasting them back into Platen.
Recover formulae from Platen-made SVG objects in LibreOffice, OnlyOffice, and Google Slides by pasting them back in (experimental).
How to install Platen
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub page.wisha.platen
- Open Platen once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Platen free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Platen is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Platen from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub page.wisha.platen. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Platen safe?
Platen downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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