There are some special programs, which may be unnecessary for the most of people, but absolutely essential for professionals. The software Rapid-Pi provides a new, fast way to enter mathematical formulas, equations and expressions in your MS Word documents.

Having a single purpose, Rapid-Pi allows you to enter mathematical equations, symbols and expressions quickly and conveniently. Instead of using the mouse to insert symbols one by one, Rapid-Pi allows you to enter equations as text. Once you learn how to enter the most common symbols and expressions, you will find that text-based input will save you a lot of time.

In spite of the fact that my professional occupation has never been directly connected with mathematics, nevertheless, I deal sometimes with math formulas and equations, because I teach English for math-students. That's why such a type of software turned to be useful for me. It could help me to preparer some hand-outs containing math expressions, while explaining math material in English and save form the necessity to put down all these formulas on the blackboard.

So, I have decided to try this program. Following the instructions I entered the following expressions in the "Text Equation Input Area": a^3+b^3=(a=b)(a^2-ab+b^2); and the program transferred these expressions into math view: a3+b3=(a+b)(a2-ab+b).

In this way, using corresponding letters and signs form the keyboard, you can make up mathematical symbols with the help of Rapid-Pi. Thus, you'll be able to enter fractions, brackets, Greek letters and other mathematical signs into your MS Word documents.

If you get stuck or don't know how to enter a particular symbol, this program still provides a complete symbols toolbar containing buttons for every symbol and expression supported by Rapid-Pi.

It provides a vast array of mathematical symbols and expressions, including all symbols supported by Equation Editor.

At any case Rapid-Pi User Guide will acquaint you with the most commonly used math symbols and expressions.

After the examination of these signs, the following step is the integration of Rapid-Pi with Microsoft Word. It isn't a problem at all. Again, you should consult with User Guide. As a result, Rapid-Pi integrates itself with Microsoft Word. This means that a new button will be placed on Word's toolbar, allowing you to insert Rapid-Pi equations with a single click.

In general, I should say, that Rapid-Pi is a very useful and in some cases almost indispensable program. Of course, there are several shortcomings. It is sophisticated enough. Thus, before appropriate usage of this software, you'll have to spend much time to understand and master all the functions of this program. But when you comprehend all nuances of Rapid-Pi, I'm sure, that it'll be difficult for you even to imagine how you managed without this effective program before.