Tech Tip: Instant Math in Microsoft OneNote

Microsoft OneNote supports the use of math functions directly on a page. This is extremely helpful for group math projects and assignments. Below is the list of available math functions and their usage. Type the equation as it appears, followed by an = (“equals sign”), followed by Enter. The answer will appear next to or underneath the equation.

Thus, if you type “3+3=” and press Enter, OneNote will display “3+3=6”.

Basic Arithmetic Functions:

Operator

Meaning

Example

+ (plus sign)

Addition

3+3

– (minus sign)

Subtraction

Negation

3-1

-1

* (asterisk)

Multiplication

3*3

X (upper or lowercase)

Multiplication

3×3

/ (forward slash)

Division

3/3

% (percent sign)

Percent

20%

^ (caret)

Exponentiation

3^2

! (exclamation)

Factorial computation

3!

For a complete list of trigonometric and other functions, click this link.