Project Title

LaTeX-OCR — Convert Images of Equations into LaTeX Code with Deep Learning

Overview

LaTeX-OCR is an open-source project that utilizes a Vision Transformer (ViT) to convert images of mathematical equations into LaTeX code. This project stands out for its ability to recognize and translate complex mathematical expressions from images into editable LaTeX format, making it a valuable tool for researchers, educators, and students.

Key Features

Deep Learning-based Image to LaTeX Conversion
Command Line Tool for Easy Image Processing
User Interface for Quick Predictions and Clipboard Integration
API Access for Streamlined Integration into Applications

Use Cases

Researchers can digitize handwritten or printed equations for inclusion in LaTeX documents.
Educators can convert images of math problems into LaTeX for use in educational materials.
Students can use it to convert scanned textbook problems into LaTeX for homework submissions.

Advantages

High accuracy in converting complex mathematical expressions.
Supports a variety of input methods, including command line, GUI, and API.
Open-source, allowing for community contributions and improvements.

Limitations / Considerations

The model's accuracy may vary depending on the quality of the input image.
Requires Python 3.7+ and PyTorch for installation and operation.
The project's license is currently unknown, which may affect its use in commercial applications.

Mathpix: A commercial service that also converts images of equations into LaTeX, with a focus on high accuracy and a user-friendly interface.
OCRmyPDF: An open-source tool that focuses on OCRing scanned PDFs, which can include mathematical expressions, though not specifically designed for LaTeX conversion.
InftyReader: A platform that offers OCR services for various document types, including mathematical content, but not specialized in LaTeX output.

Basic Information

GitHub: https://github.com/lukas-blecher/LaTeX-OCR
Stars: 15,171
License: Unknown
Last Commit: 2025-08-20

📊 Project Information

Project Name: LaTeX-OCR
GitHub URL: https://github.com/lukas-blecher/LaTeX-OCR
Programming Language: Python
⭐ Stars: 15,171
🍴 Forks: 1,225
📅 Created: 2020-12-11
🔄 Last Updated: 2025-08-20

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