Desmos is an interactive graphing tool for math visualization.
Accessing Desmos
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Create a free account to save and share graphs.
Using Desmos
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Use the left-hand input panel to enter equations or data points.
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Expression List (Left Panel): Input mathematical equations, functions, and variables here.
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Data can be entered as ordered pairs (e.g., (2,3)) or as a table.
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A wide array of customization options is available on the Desmos Interface
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Styling Graphs: Change line colors, thickness, and point styles.
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Sliders: Introduce sliders to dynamically adjust parameters in equations.
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Annotations: Add notes directly to graphs for context.
General Tips
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Highlight key features like intercepts, asymptotes, or maxima/minima.
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Save graphs to share or embed in IA documentation.
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Use sliders to dynamically adjust variables in equations and apply instant graph updates for equations and datasets.
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Dynamic sliders make it easy to explore how changes in variables affect the model.
