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− | {{DISPLAYTITLE:GeoGebra 5.0 | + | {{DISPLAYTITLE:GeoGebra Manual}} |
− | + | <noinclude>{{Manual Page|version=5.0}}</noinclude> | |
+ | =What is GeoGebra= | ||
[http://www.geogebra.org GeoGebra] is open source dynamic mathematics software for learning and teaching at all levels. This manual covers the commands and tools of [[Release Notes GeoGebra 5.0|GeoGebra 5.0]]. | [http://www.geogebra.org GeoGebra] is open source dynamic mathematics software for learning and teaching at all levels. This manual covers the commands and tools of [[Release Notes GeoGebra 5.0|GeoGebra 5.0]]. | ||
− | Depending on your hardware and preferences, you can currently choose between [ | + | Depending on your hardware and preferences, you can currently choose between [[File:download-icons-device-screen.png|link=|20px]] [https://www.geogebra.org/download/ GeoGebra 5.0 Desktop] and the [[File:Download-icons-device-tablet.png|link=|20px]] [http://www.geogebra.org/cms/en/download/ GeoGebra 5.0 Web and Tablet App], which feature minor [[GeoGebra 5.0 Desktop vs. Web and Tablet App|differences]] in terms of use and interface design. |
− | + | =GeoGebra’s User Interface= | |
− | + | ==Views and Perspectives== | |
GeoGebra provides different [[Views|''Views'']] for mathematical objects: | GeoGebra provides different [[Views|''Views'']] for mathematical objects: | ||
− | [[File:Menu_view_algebra. | + | {| cellpadding="10" |
+ | | [[File:Menu_view_algebra.svg|link=Algebra View|32px]] | ||
+ | <br>[[Algebra View|''Algebra View'']] | ||
+ | |[[File:Menu_view_graphics.svg|link=Graphics View|32px]] | ||
+ | <br>[[Graphics View|''Graphics View'']] | ||
+ | | [[File:Menu_view_spreadsheet.svg|link=Spreadsheet View|32px]] | ||
+ | <br>[[Spreadsheet View|''Spreadsheet View'']] | ||
+ | |- | ||
+ | |[[File:Menu_view_cas.svg|link=CAS View|32px]] | ||
+ | <br>[[CAS View|''CAS View'']] | ||
+ | |[[File:Perspectives_algebra_3Dgraphics.svg|link=3D Graphics View|32px]] | ||
+ | <br>[[3D Graphics View|''3D Graphics View'']] | ||
+ | |[[File:Menu_view_probability.svg|link=Probability Calculator|32px]] | ||
+ | <br>[[Probability Calculator|''Probability Calculator View'']] | ||
+ | |} | ||
− | [[ | + | Each View offers its own ''[[Toolbar]]'' that contains a selection of [[:Category:Tools|''Tools'']] and range of [[:Category:Commands|''Commands'']] as well as [[Predefined Functions and Operators]] that allow you to create dynamic constructions with different representations of [[Objects|mathematical objects]]. |
− | [[File: | + | Depending on the mathematics you want to use GeoGebra for, you can select one of the default ''[[Perspectives]]'' (e.g. [[File:Menu_view_algebra.svg|link=|16px]] ''Algebra Perspective'', [[File:Perspectives_geometry.svg|link=|16px]] ''Geometry Perspective''). Each ''Perspective'' displays those ''[[Views]]'' and other interface components most relevant for the corresponding field of mathematics. |
− | [[ | + | ==Other Components of the User Interface== |
+ | You may also customize GeoGebra’s user interface to match your personal needs by changing the default [[Perspectives|''Perspectives'']] and adding other components: | ||
+ | *''[[Menubar]]'' | ||
+ | *''[[Input Bar]]'' | ||
+ | *''[[Style Bar]]'' | ||
+ | *''[[Navigation Bar]]'' | ||
+ | *''[[Context Menu]]'' | ||
+ | *''[[Virtual Keyboard]]'' | ||
− | [[ | + | GeoGebra’s user interface also provides a variety of [[Dialogs|dialogs]]. Different [[accessibility|accessibility features]] as well as [[Keyboard Shortcuts|keyboard shortcuts]] allow you to access many features of GeoGebra more conveniently. |
− | + | =Getting Started= | |
+ | If you are new to GeoGebra, you might want to check out our ''Quickstart Tutorials'' that guide you through your first constructions using the different GeoGebra Apps: | ||
− | + | * [[File:Perspectives_geometry.svg|link=http://ggbtu.be/bJV45hyEh|20px]] [http://ggbtu.be/bJV45hyEh GeoGebra Geometry Quickstart] | |
− | + | * [[File:Menu_view_algebra.svg|link=http://ggbtu.be/bP9fSOxh1|20px]] [http://ggbtu.be/bP9fSOxh1 GeoGebra Algebra and Graphing Quickstart] | |
− | + | * [[File:Perspectives_algebra_3Dgraphics.svg|link=http://ggbtu.be/bFN8Dev7T|20px]] [http://ggbtu.be/bFN8Dev7T GeoGebra 3D Geometry Quickstart] | |
− | + | * [[File:Menu_view_spreadsheet.svg|link=http://ggbtu.be/bwuiE7sPF|20px]] [http://ggbtu.be/bwuiE7sPF GeoGebra Spreadsheet Quickstart] | |
− | + | * [[File:Menu_view_cas.svg|link=http://ggbtu.be/bogeMbIiF|20px]] [http://ggbtu.be/bogeMbIiF GeoGebra CAS Quickstart] | |
− | + | * [[File:Menu_view_probability.svg|link=http://ggbtu.be/bB29A4c9E|20px]] [http://ggbtu.be/bB29A4c9E GeoGebra Probability and Statistics Quickstart] | |
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− | + | For more information and step-by-step instructions please have a look at our [[Tutorials|Tutorials collection]]. | |
− | + | If you need additional help you might also want to visit our [http://www.geogebra.org/forum GeoGebra User Forum] or check out [http://www.youtube.com/user/GeoGebraChannel GeoGebra's YouTube channel]. | |
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− | + | =Hints for Advanced Users= | |
*'''Publish your Work''' | *'''Publish your Work''' | ||
** [[Export Worksheet Dialog|Share your dynamic worksheets]] online at [http://www.geogebra.org GeoGebra] | ** [[Export Worksheet Dialog|Share your dynamic worksheets]] online at [http://www.geogebra.org GeoGebra] | ||
− | ** [[Printing Options|Print]] your construction, possibly together with the [[Construction Protocol]] | + | **Create a Dynamic Worksheet using our [https://www.geogebra.org/m/e9Z6UDu4 online Worksheet Editor] on [http://www.geogebra.org GeoGebra] |
+ | **Create a GeoGebraBook by using our [https://www.geogebra.org/m/P5Zrj0Su The_GeoGebraBook_Editor] on [http://www.geogebra.org GeoGebra] | ||
+ | ** [[Printing Options|Print]] your construction, possibly together with the [[File:Menu view construction protocol.svg|link=|16px]] [[Construction Protocol]] | ||
** [[Export Graphics Dialog|Save image files]] in various formats | ** [[Export Graphics Dialog|Save image files]] in various formats | ||
*[[Tutorials for Experts|'''Tutorials For Experts''']] | *[[Tutorials for Experts|'''Tutorials For Experts''']] | ||
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*[[References for Programmers|'''References for Programmers''']] | *[[References for Programmers|'''References for Programmers''']] | ||
− | + | =Troubleshooting= | |
* The [[Reference:GeoGebra Installation|Installation Guide]] helps you with installation questions on different platforms | * The [[Reference:GeoGebra Installation|Installation Guide]] helps you with installation questions on different platforms | ||
* The [[Compatibility]] page explains small differences between GeoGebra versions | * The [[Compatibility]] page explains small differences between GeoGebra versions | ||
* Visit our [http://www.geogebra.org/forum GeoGebra User Forum] if you have any questions or suggestions | * Visit our [http://www.geogebra.org/forum GeoGebra User Forum] if you have any questions or suggestions |
Revision as of 18:22, 18 December 2016
What is GeoGebra
GeoGebra is open source dynamic mathematics software for learning and teaching at all levels. This manual covers the commands and tools of GeoGebra 5.0. Depending on your hardware and preferences, you can currently choose between GeoGebra 5.0 Desktop and the GeoGebra 5.0 Web and Tablet App, which feature minor differences in terms of use and interface design.
GeoGebra’s User Interface
Views and Perspectives
GeoGebra provides different Views for mathematical objects:
Each View offers its own Toolbar that contains a selection of Tools and range of Commands as well as Predefined Functions and Operators that allow you to create dynamic constructions with different representations of mathematical objects.
Depending on the mathematics you want to use GeoGebra for, you can select one of the default Perspectives (e.g. Algebra Perspective, Geometry Perspective). Each Perspective displays those Views and other interface components most relevant for the corresponding field of mathematics.
Other Components of the User Interface
You may also customize GeoGebra’s user interface to match your personal needs by changing the default Perspectives and adding other components:
GeoGebra’s user interface also provides a variety of dialogs. Different accessibility features as well as keyboard shortcuts allow you to access many features of GeoGebra more conveniently.
Getting Started
If you are new to GeoGebra, you might want to check out our Quickstart Tutorials that guide you through your first constructions using the different GeoGebra Apps:
- GeoGebra Geometry Quickstart
- GeoGebra Algebra and Graphing Quickstart
- GeoGebra 3D Geometry Quickstart
- GeoGebra Spreadsheet Quickstart
- GeoGebra CAS Quickstart
- GeoGebra Probability and Statistics Quickstart
For more information and step-by-step instructions please have a look at our Tutorials collection.
If you need additional help you might also want to visit our GeoGebra User Forum or check out GeoGebra's YouTube channel.
Hints for Advanced Users
- Publish your Work
- Share your dynamic worksheets online at GeoGebra
- Create a Dynamic Worksheet using our online Worksheet Editor on GeoGebra
- Create a GeoGebraBook by using our The_GeoGebraBook_Editor on GeoGebra
- Print your construction, possibly together with the Construction Protocol
- Save image files in various formats
- Tutorials For Experts
- Tutorials for Administrators
- References for Programmers
Troubleshooting
- The Installation Guide helps you with installation questions on different platforms
- The Compatibility page explains small differences between GeoGebra versions
- Visit our GeoGebra User Forum if you have any questions or suggestions