Symbols As You Type
0.02MB. Updated 2021-03-22.
Description
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Supported Anki versions:
- 2.1.0-2.1.42+ (updated 2021-03-22)
To download this add-on, please copy and paste the following code into Anki 2.1:
2040501954
If you were linked to this page from the internet, please open Anki on your computer, go to the Tools menu and then Add-ons>Browse & Install to paste in the code.
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Reviews
Very useful when it comes to add maths formula
This add-on gave me will to live
Works as advertised. Can't say that about a lot of apps open source or payware.
Simple time saver. I mostly only use it for :alpha:, :beta:, and :N: (up arrow), and :S: (down arrow).
exactly what i needed! very easy to customise and works very well
works like a charm!
Excellent!!!!!
Greaattt this is what I was looking for. Thank you a lot!
Must-have!
one of my most useful addons by far
Great add on
Swaggy
Fantástico!! Gracias!!
I love u
I don't have time to waste learning LaTeX, this addon solved my problem gracefully
I wish I could use it on typed answers as well. Would help language learners a lot.
Great!
so perfect
Using this for a long time, really like the option to add your own characters
Works! 😋
I don't really use it that much - but it works as advertised, I can't deny that.
I don't really use it that much - but it works as advertised, I can't deny that.
Extremely useful. Wish I knew about this earlier!
so useful! much faster
Works like charme!
Works great. For anyone asking about how to do the superscripts, there is a built-in option in Anki fo this (command and +). Likewise, subscripts can be implemented with command and =
Should be implemented in Anki
Must have add-on
Must have add-on
Great add-on, thanks!
How do you get it to work with ^2 and ^3 ? I need exponents and formulas for chemistry like Ca2++
How do you get it to work with ^2 and ^3 ? I need exponents and formulas for chemistry like Ca2++
Great, this is just what I needed and resolves many problems/hassles I've been having.
Works perfectly.
Thanks! :)
Works perfectly.
Thanks! :)
I really appreciate this add-on but I hope you can make it work for the card browser (2.1.42), where I usually input my edits/notes. Thanks!
Thank you!
Thanks a lot for the fix for 2.1.41+ !!! Very good addon
Thanks
This one is great!
Broken with anki 2.1.42
Great add-on, helped me out a lot!
It has been patched for 2.1.41+ by @hengiesel already. The author just needs to merge the PR and update his listing here.
https://github.com/jefdongus/insert-symbols-anki-addon/pull/23
It has been patched for 2.1.41+ by @hengiesel already. The author just needs to merge the PR and update his listing here.
https://github.com/jefdongus/insert-symbols-anki-addon/pull/23
Please update for 2.1.42
It doesn't work in 2.1.42
Please update this for 2.1.41!
It is veeeeery useful!
But does not work on 2.1.41
But does not work on 2.1.41
The add-on was working perfectly until I updated to 2.41.
When I click on browse, I get this error:
Debug info:
Anki 2.1.41 (312fa278) Python 3.8.6 Qt 5.14.2 PyQt 5.14.2
Platform: Mac 10.16
Flags: frz=True ao=True sv=2
Add-ons, last update check: 2021-03-06 21:02:28
Caught exception:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "aqt/webview.py", line 36, in cmd
File "aqt/webview.py", line 135, in _onCmd
File "aqt/webview.py", line 580, in _onBridgeCmd
File "aqt/toolbar.py", line 169, in _linkHandler
File "aqt/toolbar.py", line 187, in _browseLinkHandler
File "aqt/main.py", line 1067, in onBrowse
File "aqt/__init__.py", line 101, in open
File "<decorator-gen-52>", line 2, in __init__
File "anki/hooks.py", line 89, in decorator_wrapper
File "anki/hooks.py", line 81, in repl
TypeError: on_browser_init() takes 3 positional arguments but 5 were given
When I click on browse, I get this error:
Debug info:
Anki 2.1.41 (312fa278) Python 3.8.6 Qt 5.14.2 PyQt 5.14.2
Platform: Mac 10.16
Flags: frz=True ao=True sv=2
Add-ons, last update check: 2021-03-06 21:02:28
Caught exception:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "aqt/webview.py", line 36, in cmd
File "aqt/webview.py", line 135, in _onCmd
File "aqt/webview.py", line 580, in _onBridgeCmd
File "aqt/toolbar.py", line 169, in _linkHandler
File "aqt/toolbar.py", line 187, in _browseLinkHandler
File "aqt/main.py", line 1067, in onBrowse
File "aqt/__init__.py", line 101, in open
File "<decorator-gen-52>", line 2, in __init__
File "anki/hooks.py", line 89, in decorator_wrapper
File "anki/hooks.py", line 81, in repl
TypeError: on_browser_init() takes 3 positional arguments but 5 were given
Really nice addon, but in Anki 2.1.41 it´s the reason for this error:
Anki 2.1.41 (312fa278) Python 3.8.6 Qt 5.14.2 PyQt 5.14.2
Platform: Windows 10
Flags: frz=True ao=True sv=2
Add-ons, last update check: 2021-03-06 14:25:25
Caught exception:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "aqt\webview.py", line 36, in cmd
File "aqt\webview.py", line 135, in _onCmd
File "aqt\webview.py", line 580, in _onBridgeCmd
File "aqt\toolbar.py", line 169, in _linkHandler
File "aqt\toolbar.py", line 187, in _browseLinkHandler
File "aqt\main.py", line 1067, in onBrowse
File "aqt\__init__.py", line 101, in open
File "<decorator-gen-46>", line 2, in __init__
File "anki\hooks.py", line 89, in decorator_wrapper
File "anki\hooks.py", line 81, in repl
TypeError: on_browser_init() takes 3 positional arguments but 5 were given
I hope you can fix that easily.
Anki 2.1.41 (312fa278) Python 3.8.6 Qt 5.14.2 PyQt 5.14.2
Platform: Windows 10
Flags: frz=True ao=True sv=2
Add-ons, last update check: 2021-03-06 14:25:25
Caught exception:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "aqt\webview.py", line 36, in cmd
File "aqt\webview.py", line 135, in _onCmd
File "aqt\webview.py", line 580, in _onBridgeCmd
File "aqt\toolbar.py", line 169, in _linkHandler
File "aqt\toolbar.py", line 187, in _browseLinkHandler
File "aqt\main.py", line 1067, in onBrowse
File "aqt\__init__.py", line 101, in open
File "<decorator-gen-46>", line 2, in __init__
File "anki\hooks.py", line 89, in decorator_wrapper
File "anki\hooks.py", line 81, in repl
TypeError: on_browser_init() takes 3 positional arguments but 5 were given
I hope you can fix that easily.
really good
this does not work and seems to choose when it wants to function
Thank you this is a life saver
perfect!
Exactly what I was looking for! No more looking up Alt Codes.
Could work well, but... idk how to type in the inserted-tag to create an e.g. Ca^(2+). is it Ca ::<sup>2+</sup>:: ? But it poorly doesnt work for me. need your help, thanks a lot!!
Wow love this so much, makes my life way more easier!!
Good
How to type exponents such as t^2 and Ca2++ like your examples, sir?
This is soooo useful, makes typing formulas way quicker. I do prefer the way Word does the shortcuts though (using the forward slash \), so I ended up adding additional shortcuts in this format for the symbols I used often.
Good
Amazing!
If you are going to use symbols, it's a must.
Convenient
Would be awesome to also make it work with "edit while reviewing" add-on is that possible ?
EDIT : works now all of a sudden don't know why
EDIT 2 : can't get it to work anymore since I updated anki to 2.1.26 don't know why TT ? Btw, would it be possible to include exponents in the symbols as for Ca2++ shown in your example or even numbers like "1st" or "2nd" ?
EDIT 3 : isolated each add-on one by one and turns out it is the add-on "The KING of Button Add-ons"
EDIT : works now all of a sudden don't know why
EDIT 2 : can't get it to work anymore since I updated anki to 2.1.26 don't know why TT ? Btw, would it be possible to include exponents in the symbols as for Ca2++ shown in your example or even numbers like "1st" or "2nd" ?
EDIT 3 : isolated each add-on one by one and turns out it is the add-on "The KING of Button Add-ons"
Comment from author before post was edited
This plugin *should* be compatible with Edit Field During Review (I've tested it with both the regular and cloze versions). If that's not the case, could you create an issue on Github?
i disabled all the addons and only had "symbols as you type" enabled.
this addon won't even let me use it. I try to study a deck and it says error
this addon won't even let me use it. I try to study a deck and it says error
A real game-changer for the time consumming tasks of writing notes
Amazing and really useful!
Simply powerful. Amazing. I'm using doing cards on a laptop without a numpad. This plugin saves me tons of time because I don't have to copy from the web.
Nice
honestly this is the best app ever (its so much better than the insert symbol) - makes my life infinitely better
whoever you are - you are amazing
whoever you are - you are amazing
This is soo useful! and works perfectly :)
This addon is amazing! Since I have physics rn, this tool makes it very easy to add symbols like μ and ∝. Also, the ability to add your own symbols is a nice touch. Thank you!
Can you add support for changing O2 > O2(with 2 lower script). so we can add names of chemicals before and it changes to the right ones with lowersbcripts after.
Really useful, I just have one question. Is there any way I can add subscripts besides having to make them manually? LIke indices and the subscripts, you would usually add after an element to show the amount present.
thank you, didn´t think it will work ^^
AWESOME
Fantastic Add-on!!! Thanks for sharing!
Fantastic for typing physics and chemistry equations. One typo: "Episilon" should be "Epsilon" however.
:)
This has just completely stopped working when editing during review - I relied so much on this add on!! It is annoying to have to enter the editor every time I want to use a symbol
Brillient
Awesome!
great
A very useful tool, but for me it only works while creating cards, but does not work when I am typing the answer to cards. If it is not a feature, I think it would be really beneficial to add.
brilliant
This is amazing! Why is functionality like this not available across the entire OS?
Protip: to make symbols even easier to type, go into the symbol editor (Tools->Insert Symbol Options) and change the trailing ":" to a space, " ". You might even try changing the initial colon!
Protip: to make symbols even easier to type, go into the symbol editor (Tools->Insert Symbol Options) and change the trailing ":" to a space, " ". You might even try changing the initial colon!
I love it! Thanks for this amazing addon!
Fantastic add-on, saves me a ton of time. One question though, how do you use it for subscripts and superscripts?
Very useful for typing mathematical symbols and french É and À.
I like it! I often add additional markup to my notes: special brackets, equality signs, arrows, and this plugin makes it easy to stay in the flow.
Stabil Bruder!
This really sped up my workflow tenfold!
Works like a charm. Thanks, used to copy all the symbols from google. Much better now :)
This add-on is extremely useful in reducing the amount of time copy and pasting symbols into Anki.
Update 1: I am able to used typed symbols on the Front Side of the card, but as soon as I reveal the answer, I am no longer able to use the symbols - is there a way to fix this?
Great add-on
Would it be possible to include functionality with the 'Edit Field During Review (Cloze)' add-on so that you can use symbols in this interface too?
Thanks
Great add-on
Would it be possible to include functionality with the 'Edit Field During Review (Cloze)' add-on so that you can use symbols in this interface too?
Thanks
Comment from author before post was edited
Hi, I just tested it and it should work with that plugin. If you're having trouble with it, could you create a new issue on Github (will be easier to talk there)? https://github.com/jefdongus/insert-symbols-anki-addon/issues
Very useful
Getting this error while trying to search tags in Browser:
Debug info:
Anki 2.1.23 (de9543ff) Python 3.8.0 Qt 5.13.1 PyQt 5.14.1
Platform: Mac 10.15.4
Flags: frz=True ao=True sv=1
Add-ons, last update check: 2020-04-09 22:11:07
Add-ons possibly involved: Symbols As You Type
Caught exception:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "/Users/fc/Library/Application Support/Anki2/addons21/2040501954/browser_replacer.py", line 36, in on_text_edited
self._check_for_replacement(current_text, False)
File "/Users/fc/Library/Application Support/Anki2/addons21/2040501954/browser_replacer.py", line 56, in _check_for_replacement
cursor_pos = self.get_search_box().cursorPosition()
File "/Users/fc/Library/Application Support/Anki2/addons21/2040501954/browser_replacer.py", line 26, in get_search_box
return self._browser.form.searchEdit.lineEdit()
RuntimeError: wrapped C/C++ object of type QComboBox has been deleted
Debug info:
Anki 2.1.23 (de9543ff) Python 3.8.0 Qt 5.13.1 PyQt 5.14.1
Platform: Mac 10.15.4
Flags: frz=True ao=True sv=1
Add-ons, last update check: 2020-04-09 22:11:07
Add-ons possibly involved: Symbols As You Type
Caught exception:
Traceback (most recent call last):
File "/Users/fc/Library/Application Support/Anki2/addons21/2040501954/browser_replacer.py", line 36, in on_text_edited
self._check_for_replacement(current_text, False)
File "/Users/fc/Library/Application Support/Anki2/addons21/2040501954/browser_replacer.py", line 56, in _check_for_replacement
cursor_pos = self.get_search_box().cursorPosition()
File "/Users/fc/Library/Application Support/Anki2/addons21/2040501954/browser_replacer.py", line 26, in get_search_box
return self._browser.form.searchEdit.lineEdit()
RuntimeError: wrapped C/C++ object of type QComboBox has been deleted
Comment from author
Hi, a few other users have reported the same issue.... but I've been having trouble replicating it. Could you post which addons you have installed and what steps you took to create the error? Preferably here so everything is in one spot: https://github.com/jefdongus/insert-symbols-anki-addon/issues/9
Saves a lot of time
Use it everyday, all day! Literally saves me sooo much time!
Super useful
One of the most usefull addons! I'm using it daily!
Wow, you added HTML code as symbols, now this addon is perfect!!! Thank you very much.
Wow, you added HTML code as symbols, now this addon is perfect!!! Thank you very much.
Edit - Doesn't work with "multi-column editor" add-on; however, it does work if I insert a symbol using "Edit during Review" add-on without explicitly editing the card (using E). The error I get when trying to insert a symbol in edit mode suggests that I can't "sync before inserting a symbol" which is inaccurate (I can't insert a symbol even before I've synced). I will update once this is fixed! It's a great add-on other than this small issue.
Edit: the issue was the old add-on. The new one works great. This is an AWESOME add-on!
PS. I love this so much I'd like it as a part of my native keyboard. Any idea how to do that?
Edit: the issue was the old add-on. The new one works great. This is an AWESOME add-on!
PS. I love this so much I'd like it as a part of my native keyboard. Any idea how to do that?
Comment from author before post was edited
Hi, for the multi-column editor issue, have you tried using this new version? It seems to work fine for me: https://ankiweb.net/shared/info/2064123047
In regards to the sync error message, could you elaborate on when it occurs? The code that could can the message only runs when 1) the profile is loaded and 2) after one makes changes in the "Insert Symbol Options" window, not when adding a card or reviewing. It might be helpful to create an issue on Github where we can discuss more.
In regards to the sync error message, could you elaborate on when it occurs? The code that could can the message only runs when 1) the profile is loaded and 2) after one makes changes in the "Insert Symbol Options" window, not when adding a card or reviewing. It might be helpful to create an issue on Github where we can discuss more.
incredible
Great add on.
Doesn't work with "multi-column note editor" add on enabled, but no biggie.
Doesn't work with "multi-column note editor" add on enabled, but no biggie.
Comment from author
Hi, which version of multi-column editor are you using? Have you tried using this new version? https://ankiweb.net/shared/info/2064123047
I've been playing around with it and seems to be working fine. The old one has fewer features and hasn't been updated for over a year, so supporting it probably won't be on the agenda given that there's a better plugin.
I've been playing around with it and seems to be working fine. The old one has fewer features and hasn't been updated for over a year, so supporting it probably won't be on the agenda given that there's a better plugin.
The addons is really great !
There is one thing that could make it even more useful : allow subscripts and superscripts in the symbols creation panel
For example it would allow us write H2O and have it automatically changed with subscripts
There is one thing that could make it even more useful : allow subscripts and superscripts in the symbols creation panel
For example it would allow us write H2O and have it automatically changed with subscripts
:-)
I use Anki on both Mac OS X and Windows, so having one set of shortcuts that works cross-platform will be so useful!
This add-on saved me from having to make an Anki deck just for memorizing alt-codes.
This add-on saved me from having to make an Anki deck just for memorizing alt-codes.
amaing
Such a great time save and a nice interface for configuration! This functionality should be included with default Anki!
This is amazing! Gives flow as you make the cards. Love it! Thanks!
Very useful. Thank you.
THANK YOU! ❤
This is what I need!
Preffered using Anki on desktop as I would type Alt-code symbols, but wouldn't be able to do that on a TKL laptop.
Thank you so much
This is what I need!
Preffered using Anki on desktop as I would type Alt-code symbols, but wouldn't be able to do that on a TKL laptop.
Thank you so much
Amazing!
I've seriously been waiting for an add-on like this. Now I don't have to google "up arrow" and "beta symbol" every few hours anymore. Thanks so much.
A must have add-on. Any chance of it working with "Edit Field During Review" add-on in the future?
Edit: My mistake, I was testing it out by trying to edit when just the front of the card was showing, in which case it doesn't work. But when both front and back of the card is showing it works perfectly. Thank you for this add-on.
Edit: My mistake, I was testing it out by trying to edit when just the front of the card was showing, in which case it doesn't work. But when both front and back of the card is showing it works perfectly. Thank you for this add-on.
Comment from author before post was edited
If you are using Anki 2.1, please update to the latest version! It *should* work, but let me know if you run into any bugs.
coool
This is one of those apps that you didn't realize was absolutely necessary until you have it. This makes things SO much easier.
Great idea!
Great idea
EDIT: This works perfectly now. Thank you for reading my long ass list of add ons and fixing it! It works BEAUTIFULLY, thank you for creating this code.
Not sure why, but I can see the "insert symbol options" but when I type, the symbols don't automatically populate?
Hello, I'm using Anki 2.1 on windows. I have a shit ton of add ons on...
add table, advanced browser, advance copy fields, autosync 21, awesome tts for anki, batch editing, blitzkreig advanced sidebar, cacher in the rye, clicakble tags, create filtered deck from browser, customize keyboard shortcuts, defuzz for quick effective trimming, ease factor histogram, enhance main window, extended card stats, fast bar, free weekend load balancer, frozen fields, hint hotkeys, hoochie add ons, image occlusion enchanced, large and colorful buttons, load balanced scheduler, maximum image heigh in card editor, mini format pack, more deck stats and time left, pop-up dictionary, progress graphs and stats for learned & matured cards, rememorize rescheduler w/ sibling logging, remove study ahead penalty, reset card scheduling, search and replace tags, set font size, speed focus mode, true retension, review heat map
Not sure why, but I can see the "insert symbol options" but when I type, the symbols don't automatically populate?
Hello, I'm using Anki 2.1 on windows. I have a shit ton of add ons on...
add table, advanced browser, advance copy fields, autosync 21, awesome tts for anki, batch editing, blitzkreig advanced sidebar, cacher in the rye, clicakble tags, create filtered deck from browser, customize keyboard shortcuts, defuzz for quick effective trimming, ease factor histogram, enhance main window, extended card stats, fast bar, free weekend load balancer, frozen fields, hint hotkeys, hoochie add ons, image occlusion enchanced, large and colorful buttons, load balanced scheduler, maximum image heigh in card editor, mini format pack, more deck stats and time left, pop-up dictionary, progress graphs and stats for learned & matured cards, rememorize rescheduler w/ sibling logging, remove study ahead penalty, reset card scheduling, search and replace tags, set font size, speed focus mode, true retension, review heat map
Comment from author before post was edited
Looks like this was due to a conflict between this plugin and Frozen Fields. Please download the latest update which should fix this issue!
fantastic add-on. Thank you.
Dude seriously, thank you for providing this. It is great!
I have exactly the same problem as the reviewer below. What information can I provide?
Edit: I can confirm that after the update, the add-on now works with Frozen Fields. Thank you!
Edit: I can confirm that after the update, the add-on now works with Frozen Fields. Thank you!
Comment from author before post was edited
Hey! Similar to the reviewer below, could you provide 1) which version of Anki you are using (Help -> About in the main window), 2) which operating system you are using, 3) what language you are using, 4) what other plugins are installed, and 5) whether this for all symbols or only certain ones? Thanks!
Also, it might be easier to continue the discussion through GitHub (if you have that) or on the Anki support forums: https://anki.tenderapp.com/discussions/add-ons.
Also, it might be easier to continue the discussion through GitHub (if you have that) or on the Anki support forums: https://anki.tenderapp.com/discussions/add-ons.
This simple, yet elegant add-on has saved me so much time! My efficiency has increased many fold. Gone are the days when I would have to google search for a symbol to copy paste it into my anki cards.
A super convenient add on! Just started using it, and I already can't see myself using Anki without it now. As a student, I find this symbol as you type particularly useful and to save precious time. Thank you for creating this!
Very intuitive and easy to use. Seems like a core functionality for creating science/engineering cards.
Absolutely a life-saver! Very intuitive and easy to use. I especially like the fact that this add-on allows me to create and customize my own set of symbols. Wish I had this add-on much earlier.
GETTING STARTED:
1. Install the plugin.
2. Start typing with symbols!
A list of symbols is available through the Options window (see below), and a list of default symbols are also
This should bring up the following window:
FAQ:
Q: Can I insert bold text, italics, superscripts/subscripts, etc.?
A: Yes! Normally, all symbols are treated as text, but if a key starts/ends with