HWP Equation Converter
Paste your HWP-style equation script below to instantly convert it to LaTeX.
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Why use this converter?
Korean academic documents often use HWP (Hangul Word Processor) for writing mathematical equations. However, when submitting papers to international journals or using modern web platforms, LaTeX is the standard. Manually rewriting complex equations is tedious and error-prone.
Our tool automates this process using a high-performance WebAssembly engine, ensuring your data stays private on your device while delivering instant results.
Common Syntax Mapping
Here is a quick reference for how common HWP commands translate to LaTeX:
| Description | HWP Command | LaTeX Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Fractions | a OVER b |
\frac{a}{b} |
| Square Root | SQRT {x} |
\sqrt{x} |
| Summation | sum _{i=1} ^{n} |
\sum_{i=1}^{n} |
| Integration | int _{a} ^{b} |
\int_{a}^{b} |
| Greek Letters | alpha, beta, gamma |
\alpha, \beta, \gamma |
| Limit | lim _{n -> inf} |
\lim_{n \to \infty} |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. The conversion result looks different. Why?
HWP and LaTeX handle spacing and font sizing differently. Our tool aims to preserve the mathematical meaning rather than the exact visual styling. You may need to tweak the output LaTeX code slightly for perfect typesetting in your specific document class.
Q. Does it support all HWP commands?
We support the vast majority of standard mathematical commands used in high school and university mathematics. However, some highly specific or decorative HWP styling commands may be ignored to ensure standard LaTeX compatibility.
Q. Is this tool free to use?
Yes, this HWP to LaTeX converter is completely free for both personal and commercial use. It is an open-source project supported by the community.
Expert Insights: Why Conversion is Difficult
Converting Hangul Word Processor (HWP) files to LaTeX is not a simple string replacement task. HWP uses a unique binary format and a proprietary equation script syntax that dates back to the early 1990s.
For example, HWP handles fractions using the infix operator OVER (e.g., a OVER b), whereas LaTeX uses the prefix command \frac{a}{b}. This requires a parsing tree to correctly identify the numerator and denominator, especially when equations are nested (e.g., a fraction inside a square root inside another fraction).
Our converter implements a custom recursive descent parser specifically tuned for HWP's eccentricities, ensuring that complex nested structures are translated accurately where regex-based find-and-replace tools would fail.
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