A guide on using subsripts and other features.

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In summary, subscripts are a useful feature in various applications that allow for the placement of smaller characters or numbers below the main text. They are commonly used in mathematical equations, chemical formulas, and footnotes. In addition to subscripts, other features such as superscripts, strikethroughs, and special characters can also enhance the appearance and functionality of documents and presentations. It is important to use these features correctly and sparingly to avoid clutter and maintain readability. Overall, understanding how to use subscripts and other features can greatly improve the overall quality and effectiveness of written materials.
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is there a guide on how to use other built in features in the text in pf?
i mean besides latex.

thanks in advance.
 
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There are loads of them. You just need to know where to find them. Usually they can be located in the first post in a pinned thread about LaTeX:

https://www.physicsforums.com/misc/howtolatex.pdf
http://amath.colorado.edu/documentation/LaTeX/Symbols.pdf
http://www.cds.caltech.edu/~dunbar/docs/amsldoc.pdf

Enjoy :D

Edit: I just read your question again. oops

Well most of it is standard BBCode:

http://www.phpbb.com/phpBB/faq.php?mode=bbcode (most of that work)

The there is the super- and subscripts [ sub]text[ /sub] and [sup ]text [/sup ] (Whichout the spaces)
 
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do you know of any commands which are related to math?, i.e I've seen already someone using subscripts for x^2 and other neat stuff, which are built in.
 
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x [ sup ] 2 [ /sup ] maybe? x2 Yep works :smile:, without the spaces of course.
 
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is this the only feature with supscripts which has any connection to maths?
 

Related to A guide on using subsripts and other features.

What are the different types of subscripts?

The two most commonly used subscripts are numeric and alphabetical. Numeric subscripts are used for mathematical equations and alphabetical subscripts are used for chemical formulas and notation.

How do I insert a subscript in Microsoft Word?

To insert a subscript in Microsoft Word, select the text you want to subscript, then press the "Ctrl" and "=" keys at the same time. This will automatically format the text as a subscript.

What other features can I use besides subscripts?

Other useful features in scientific writing include superscripts, equations, tables, figures, and references. These can all be inserted and formatted using the appropriate tools in your word processing software.

Are there any shortcuts for using subscripts?

Yes, there are keyboard shortcuts for subscripts in most word processing programs. In Microsoft Word, press "Ctrl" and "=" at the same time to subscript selected text. In Google Docs, press "Ctrl" and "," at the same time to subscript.

Why are subscripts important in scientific writing?

Subscripts are important in scientific writing because they allow for the accurate representation of chemical formulas and mathematical equations. They also make it easier to understand complex information and data. Additionally, using subscripts follows formatting guidelines and makes your writing more professional.

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