Equation Editor (Microsoft Equation 3.0) was included in earlier versions of Word, but was removed from all versions in the January 2018 Public Update (PU) and replaced with a new equation editor. The content here describes this feature for users who have installed this update.
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Now, I really have to thank Windows updates for messing up my equation editor. It was a blessing in disguise! After 2 days of trying to fix it, I remembered a little notice that would come up from time to time when I was using equation editor telling me that MathType was a powerful upgrade. Whenever I clicked the button to find out more however, another notice would come up saying I could not be connected, so I struggled with my equation editor all these years. Last night I decided to google MathType and learnt all about it. I downloaded the 30 day free trial and it is working beautifully. I can edit all my old equations and use the new features for a more professional look. I will certainly buy the product before the 30 day is up, it is only $58 if you are an academic. But even if I did not buy it, I would be left with MathType Lite, which is basically Equation Editor, but you get to keep all the new fonts. No need for Microsoft Equation 3.0 anymore!
Microsoft Equation Editor 3.1 Download
Super bounce out free. My new name is MathTypeLove. Thanks to the community for your help.