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Plan your rollout
Supported platforms
Equatio runs across all major desktop and mobile platforms. Choose your environment and use the guide below.
Google Chrome
Force-install via Google Admin Console. Best for K-12 Chromebook fleets. Force pinning is a best practice for ease of access.
Windows
MSI installer with full Group Policy, SCCM, Intune and PDQ support.
Mac
PKG installer with Jamf, Mosyle, Workspace ONE deployment options.
iOS / iPad / iPhone
While we do not have a dedicated app, Equatio offers access to Mathspace via the Mobile Browser, which gives students the ability to use Equatio on mobile tablets using a WebApp.
Chrome in Office 365
Use Equatio inside Word Online, OneDrive and SharePoint.
- Pro Tip: Mobile tablets are unable to install Chrome extensions; therefore, Equatio is only available for access through the web browser by visiting equatio.texthelp.com.
What this guided path covers
By the end of this pathway, you'll have everything you need to deploy and manage Equatio at scale:
Step 1
Validate system requirements
Check minimum specs across Chrome, Windows, and Mac environments.
Step 2
Deploy via your tooling
Group Policy, Intune, SCCM, Jamf, Google Admin Console - pick your stack.
Step 3
Activate and manage
Configure access for your organization, verify user sign-in and manage licenses where needed.
- For Group licenses: Set up Admin Tool access > Add and manage licensed users > Validate activation on a test account
- For Unlimited licenses: Users sign in with their school Google or Microsoft account to authenticate access
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System requirements
Prepare for deployment
Confirm your devices meet minimum specs before deploying. Pick the platform you're rolling out to.
Operating system
Windows 10 or 11
64-bit, latest cumulative updates
Memory
4 GB RAM minimum
8 GB recommended
Storage
1 GB free space
Plus space for offline voices
Browser support
Chrome
Operating system
macOS 12 Monterey or later
Apple Silicon & Intel supported
Memory
4 GB RAM minimum
8 GB recommended
Storage
1 GB free space
Browser support
Chrome
Devices
ChromeOS 110 or later
Managed Chromebooks supported
Account
Google Workspace for Education
Or Education Plus / Standard
Storage
Cloud-based, minimal local storage
Browser
Google Chrome (managed)

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Deployment
Choose a deployment method
Pick your deployment method. Each option uses the same core installer, only the delivery mechanism differs.
1. Open Group Policy Management Console
- Start → Administrative Tools → Group Policy Management
2. Create or edit a GPO
- Right-click the OU containing target computers → Create a GPO / Edit an existing GPO
3. Navigate to Registry Preferences
- Computer Configuration → Preferences → Windows Settings → Registry
4. Create the Registry Item
- Action: Create (or Update)
- Hive: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE
- Key Path: SOFTWARE\WOW6432Node\Texthelp\Equatio
- Value Name: ProductCode
- Value Type: REG_SZ
- Value Data: [YOUR PRODUCT CODE]
5. Apply & Enforce
- Link the GPO to the required OU. Registry key applies at next reboot or GPO refresh
- Note: MSI parameters cannot be passed directly via standard GPO deployments. use a startup script or PowerShell instead
Push via GPO, Intune, SCCM, PDQ or any script-execution tool:
Execution notes:
- Run as SYSTEM or Administrator
- Script is safe for repeated execution (idempotent)
1. Create a PowerShell Script policy
- Intune Admin Center → Devices → Scripts → Add → Windows PowerShell Script
2. Upload the script from option 2
3. Configure:
- Run using logged-on credentials: No
- Run in 64-bit PowerShell: Yes
4. Assign to appropriate device groups
Create a .reg file:
Deploy using:
1. Sign in to admin.google.com as a super admin
2. Go to Devices → Chrome → Apps & Extensions
3. Approve Equatio as a third-party app for your Workspace domain
4. Add the Equatio extension by ID and select Force install
5. Apply to the appropriate OU and save
MSI parameters
Pass these to the installer with msiexec /i Equatio.msi PARAM=value or via your deployment tool's MSI parameter field.
Parameter | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
FEAT_AUTOCORRECT | Installs AutoCorrect | 1 = yes, 0 = no (default: 1) |
ACCEPTEULA | Accepts EULA on behalf of the user | 1 |
FEAT_CHROME_EXT | Installs Chrome native messaging & extension | 1 = yes, 0 = no (default: 1) |
FEAT_EDGE_EXT | Installs Edge native messaging & extension | 1 = yes, 0 = no (default: 1) |
DEFAULT_LOCALE | Sets default language / locale | US or UK |
FEAT_AC_SHOWACWINDOWONSTARTUP | Show AutoCorrect window on app start | YES / NO (default: YES) |
FEAT_AC_ALLOWSHARING | Allow or block AutoCorrect data sharing | YES / NO (default: YES) |
FEAT_AC_STARTONSTARTUP | Launch AutoCorrect when computer starts | YES / NO (default: YES) |
FEAT_AC_DISABLEACHOTKEYS | Enable or disable AutoCorrect hotkeys | YES / NO (default: NO) |
FEAT_AC_SELECTEDLANGUAGE | Sets AutoCorrect default language | British English / American English |

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Activation
Push your product code, configure access for additional admins, and validate your activation.
Whitelisting URLs
Make sure these URLs are reachable from every endpoint. Equatio needs them for activation, voice downloads, and AI-powered features.
Admin Tool overview
The Admin Tool lets you authorise additional users and manage your Equatio group license. It's web-based - sign in at admin.texthelp.com with your group admin credentials.
For unlimited licenses, no need to roster - end users just need to log in and authenticate access with their school email address.
Guide
Admin Tool User Guide
Authorize access for additional users and manage your group license.
Video
Admin Tool walkthrough
Loom walkthrough of the Equatio Admin Tool for group-license admins.
Demo
Activation clickthrough
Interactive tour walking admins through key features and LMS integration.
Validating your activation
Once deployed, verify activation on a test endpoint:
- Sign in to Equatio with a managed user account.
- Confirm the toolbar shows all licensed tools — all tools appear on the toolbar when the product code is set correctly.
- Open the Admin Tool and confirm the seat usage updates after sign-in.
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