We went over how to add mathematical symbols on your Mac, but of course there is a better way! Whether you are working late night on that difficult math homework assignment assigned in Calculus class today or simply solving the mathematical problems in your everyday life, it may be good to know some quick ways to type those crazy math symbols on your Mac and there is no better way to do this than with a few shortcuts at your fingertips.

I have compiled a list of my favorite ten and most useful Mac mathematics shortcuts that will help you whiz through any math equation on your Mac.

1. Multiplication – Shift + Option + 9 = ·
2. Division – Option + / = ÷
Minus – Option + – = -
3. Plus-Minus – Shift + Option + = = ±
4. Summation – Option + W = ∑
5. Square Root – Option + V = √ (superscript a number right before it for cube roots and higher roots)
6. Indefinite Integral – Option + B = ∫
7. Degree – Shift + Option + 8 = °
8. Not Equal To – Option + = = ≠
9. Approximately Equal – Option + X = ≈
10. Less Than or Equal To – Shift + Option + , = ≤
11. Greater Than or Equal To – Shift + Option + . = ≥
12. Infinite – Option + 5 = ∞

That’s that! Now, doesn’t that make math just a little more enjoyable? Also don’t forget to study for your Math quizzes on your Mac with Mac flash card app Cram. Do you have any favorite Math shortcuts on the Mac you would like share? Let us know.