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<title>Superscript and Subscript</title>
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Some equations may require numbers to be entered in superscript or subscript form. e.g.
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<example>
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x³+2x²−5
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</example>
<p>
To enter superscript numbers with the mouse select the number mode using the the <gui>↑n</gui> and <gui>↓n</gui> buttons.
When one of these modes is active clicking the number buttons will enter numbers in superscript or subscript.
To return to normal number mode click the active button.
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<p>
To enter superscript numbers with the keyboard hold down <key>Ctrl</key> while entering the number.
Hold <key>Alt</key> for subscript.
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<p>
The number mode returns to normal when entering the next non-number character (e.g. +).
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