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The discussion focuses on how to create vertically extended vector symbols in LaTeX to include elements like 3 and 0. Users are exploring ways to achieve a specific appearance for the vector notation, referencing the use of the \lgroup and \rgroup symbols. While the \begin{pmatrix} command provides a visually improved format, it does not replicate the desired group symbol. Suggestions include using Detexify to identify LaTeX characters and noting that the appearance may vary based on the font used. It is highlighted that the curly braces {} will stretch if the content within them is sufficient to do so, which can help achieve the desired vertical alignment.
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how do you get the

vector $\lgroup\rgroup$ symbols to extend vertically to include the $3$ and $0$

$$\lgroup \begin{array}{c} 3 \\ 4 \\ 0 \end{array} \rgroup$$

so that is looks like this

https://www.physicsforums.com/attachments/1088
 
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Re: LaTeX example forum

karush said:
how do you get the

vector $\lgroup\rgroup$ symbols to extend vertically to include the $3$ and $0$

$$\lgroup \begin{array}{c} 3 \\ 4 \\ 0 \end{array} \rgroup$$

so that is looks like this

https://www.physicsforums.com/attachments/1088

Code:
\begin{pmatrix}
3\\
4\\
0
\end{pmatrix}
 
Re: LaTeX example forum

dwsmith said:
Code:
\begin{pmatrix}
3\\
4\\
0
\end{pmatrix}

that looks better but it still is not the group symbol.$\begin{pmatrix}3\\4\\0\end{pmatrix}$
 
Re: LaTeX example forum

karush said:
that looks better but it still is not the group symbol.$\begin{pmatrix}3\\4\\0\end{pmatrix}$

You can always use detexify. However, I think the different look may be related to a specific font being used.

Check out this thread for the link to detexify:

http://www.mathhelpboards.com/f26/need-help-identifying-certain-latex-characters-5223/
 
Re: LaTeX example forum

$\pmatrix{r_1\cr
r_2\cr
r_3\cr
r_4\cr
r_5}$

OK the {} will stretch if the rows are enough to do so.
 
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