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LaTeX to Word Conversion Project

Overview

This project automates the conversion of LaTeX equations into Microsoft Word documents. It leverages a combination of Python and VBA macros to process LaTeX code and render it as OMath objects in Word.

The system reads LaTeX Equations from a Word document, sends them to a Python script for processing, and re-inserts the converted equations back into the document. This allows for quick and efficient mathematical document editing in Word.

Features

• Convert LaTeX Math: Converts basic LaTeX equations (e.g., fractions, summations, integrals) into professional Word equations.
• Symbol Replacement: Automatically replaces LaTeX-specific symbols (like \cdot, \div, etc.) with Unicode equivalents.
• Preserves Fractions: Ensures up-down fraction formatting (\frac{}) in the resulting Word document.
• Handles Nested Fractions: Can process nested fractions and complex mathematical expressions.
• Greek Letters & Special Symbols: Includes support for common Greek letters and special characters used in equations.

Usage

Setup

1. Install Python and Required Libraries: Make sure you have Python installed. The following Python libraries are required:

   • pylatexenc
   • python-docx

   You can install them using:

   `pip install pylatexenc python-docx`
   

2. Install VBA Macro:

Open your Word document. Navigate to Developer > Visual Basic. Copy the provided VBA code from this repository and paste it into the ThisDocument section in the Visual Basic Editor.

3. Link to Python Script: Update the paths in the VBA code to match your local environment where the Python script is saved.