how can i type things like "x square" to become X with a little 2 on top?

Question

is there a special program for that?

Answer 1

You can type the traditional way with x ^2. Or you can use the internal ALT key codes to get things like √ (Alt 251), ² (Alt 253), ± (Alt 241), π (Alt 227), ≥ (Alt 242), ≤ (Alt 243), ÷ (Alt 246), and ≈ (Alt 247). I wrote these down on a piece of paper, but I already know a few by heart. Hold down the ALT key, and type the numbers on the numeric keypad to get these. Many other symbols are available this way, but these are the ones I use the most.

Answer 2

You can form the character by putting in the number for the character from an ASCII table. But most people, rather than go crazy doing that, just use the convention that an up-arrow followed by the number is just as good. So if you wanted to say x squared you would type x^2 and people would know what you meant.

Answer 3

The standard practice for typing exponents is to use the caret (^)
such as x^2.

If you want to though you can hold down the alt key while typing 253 on the numeric keypad to get ²

Answer 4

I do not know of a way to make it a little 2 on top, but to get your point across you can type it like this. x^2

Answer 5

type X2 then highlight the 2 then right click go to font then select superscript

or you can create shortcut key. Go to insert choose symbol click font ( times new roman) look for exponent 2 or 3 then click shortcut key then type your desired shortcut key proferrably alt+ the no. that’s all!

Answer 6

x^2 is commonly used
but in MS word, write x2 as usual, then block the 2, right click on it, choose font, choose superscript

Answer 7

I don't think this ALT function works for all computers, because I'm not getting it.

Answer 8

i use x^2 (you find it next to the $ key)