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Assistive technology for maths and science

Equatio transforms maths into accessible digital formats, allowing students to type, handwrite, or dictate equations with ease.

Product overview

With Equatio, students are equipped with fully customisable tools to support their learning. Check out this short video to explore more.

How does Equatio support DSA students?

Equatio supports a wide range of accessibility requirements.

ADHD

  • Support multiple means of expression with freehand drawing, speech input 
  • Equatio whiteboard supports visual learners with manipulatives, shapes and more 
  • Prediction aids working memory and removes the frustration of typing up complex formulae and equations
  • Stay organised with our mobile app offering – take photos of notes and input them directly into a working document

ADHD

  • Support multiple means of expression with freehand drawing, speech input 
  • Equatio whiteboard supports visual learners with manipulatives, shapes and more 
  • Prediction aids working memory and removes the frustration of typing up complex formulae and equations
  • Stay organised with our mobile app offering – take photos of notes and input them directly into a working document

Features

Make maths and science notation digital and accessible.

Equatio Mobile feature in action

Equatio Mobile

All the tools for digital maths, right at your fingertips, on a mobile device or iPad.

Speech Input feature in action

Speech Input

Dictate equations and formulas aloud. Equatio understands what you’re saying, turning your spoken input to written expressions.

Screenshot Reader feature in action

Screenshot Reader

Turn any equation across the web into accessible, editable maths with the Equatio Screenshot Reader.

Handwriting Recognition feature in action

Handwriting recognition

Handwrite maths expressions using a touchscreen device or mouse pointer.

Desmos graph calculator feature in action

Desmos Graph Editor

Create and customise single or multiple graphs, plot ordered pairs or tables of points and more, with this tool powered by Desmos graphing calculator.

Use anytime, anywhere, on any device.

You can enjoy the benefits of Equatio across all platforms including Windows, Mac, Google Chrome, Edge, iPad and Android. 

Icons for Windows, Edge, Office 365, Chrome, MacOS, iOS and Android

  • We have been supplying our tools through the Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) and Access to Work (ATW) for more than 25 years.
  • Over 9,000 new Equatio licences have been distributed through the DSA scheme.

Frequently asked questions

Equatio is beneficial for people with dyslexia, ADHD, autism, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and more, as well as individuals with dexterity challenges or hearing/visual impairments. 

With a DSA licence, students also get access to OrbitNote, our PDF editor.

Equatio makes math concepts accessible for visual spatial learners. This is students who excel at understanding and processing information in a visual or spatial way. These learners often think in images, and they can visualize problems and solutions in their minds. Equatio helps by providing dynamic visual tools like graphs, geometric shapes, and drawings, which allow students to see how math concepts work. This helps turn abstract problems into interactive, understandable visuals. With Equatio Mathspace, learners can combine equations with visual elements, supporting their unique learning styles and encouraging creative problem-solving.

For answers to commonly asked questions, visit our Support Site. If you can’t find what you’re looking for there, then our Tech Support team is on hand to help with troubleshooting or technical issues at support@everway.com 9-5pm every day

Yes! With our Chrome extension, you can easily insert maths into Rich Text Editors in many widely used LMS platforms like Canvas, D2L, Schoology, Blackboard, Moodle, and more. This offers a smoother experience than the LTI plugin. Additionally, we offer direct LTI integration with major LMS providers like Canvas, Schoology, and Brightspace for even more flexibility.

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