# Handwritten Equation-Solving Apps Mathpix Provides the Answers to Complicated Equations in Seconds By Meghan Young | Published 2016-05-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mathpix References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2016/5/20/11723200/mathpix-will-solve-handwritten-math-equations-for-you) & [mathpix](http://mathpix.com/) With apps like Mathpix, it's no wonder that teachers today have to confiscate smartphones during tests. Mathpix is the first of its kind, capable of [solving complex handwritten math equation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notethisdown) in seconds. A person would have no qualms going back to school if they had a tool like this one on hand in tough times. Mathpix works very simply as well. All you have to do is open the app and [take a picture of the equation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picture-to-text). It then processes the equation and even provides step by step directions to solving it. Of course, Mathpix can only recognize the equation if written on legibly, which might be a challenge all on its own. Yet it's a small obstacle to overcome. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Handwritten Equation-solving Apps:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in education technology by creating more efficient and accessible apps that solve complex handwritten math equations. - **Math Recognition Technology:** Opportunity to develop advanced math recognition algorithms and AI systems that can accurately process and solve handwritten equations. - **Mobile Learning Tools:** Opportunity to continue the development and integration of mobile learning tools that enhance educational experiences and provide real-time assistance with complex problem-solving. ### Who This Affects Most - **Education Technology:** Disruptive innovation can occur within the education technology industry by developing and improving apps that solve handwritten math equations, ultimately enhancing learning experiences. - **Artificial Intelligence:** The field of artificial intelligence can leverage this trend by investing in the development of advanced math recognition algorithms and AI systems that enable accurate equation solving. - **Mobile App Development:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the mobile app development industry by creating intuitive and efficient mobile learning tools that assist users in solving complex math equations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Browser-Based Solver Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-for-math.md) - [AI Homework Helpers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/answer-ai.md) - [AI Math Problem Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-math.md) - [Handwriting Editing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodnotes-notetaking-app.md) - [AI-Powered Calculators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calculator-concept.md) - [Smart Calculation Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-calculator.md) - [AI-Powered Math Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aibased-math-tutor.md) - [Engaging AI Object Recognition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picurious.md) - [AI Math Tutors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-mathgpt.md)