How does one draw Lewis structures on the computer?

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There is a need for effective methods to draw Lewis structures on the computer, particularly using LaTeX. While some users can create 1D representations, they struggle with 2D structures. Suggestions include using external tools like Windows Paint for more complex drawings. The discussion highlights the importance of formatting Lewis structures correctly for homework and lab reports. Finding a suitable software solution for drawing these structures remains a challenge.
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Homework Statement


Is there some sort of Latex that allows one to draw Lewis structures on the computer?

The Attempt at a Solution


The following code works in Textify: http://www.texify.com/links.php but not here, apparently. Anyway, I can make 1D Lewis structures (every element in a line). I have no idea how I'd go about making 2D structures.

\text{Mg:O\limits_{.\,.}^{.\,.}:}

\text{[:{Cl}\limits_{.\,.}^{.\,.}]^+[:O\limits_{.\,.}^{.\,.}:]^{2-}[:{Cl}\limits_{.\,.}^{.\,.}:]^+} \\

\text{[:O\limits_{.\,.}^{.\,.}-N\limits_{}^{.}=O\limits_{}^{.\,.}:]^+} \\

\text{[:S\limits_{}^{.\,.}-C=N\limits_{}^{.\,.}:]^-}

How would one go about drawing, say BF4?
 
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So, when the rest of you are making Lewis structures for homework, a lab report or a lab writeup, how do the rest of you format them? Should I break out Windows Paint?
 
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