LaTeX LaTeX: Quick Question on Aligning Equations

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The discussion focuses on aligning equations in LaTeX using the align environment. Users initially attempted to use "\begin{align}" and "\end{align}" but sought a method to center the equations vertically on the page. Suggestions included using "\begin{eqnarray}" and referencing the AMSmath documentation for additional alignment options. The AMSmath align environment is confirmed to provide sufficient tools for most alignment challenges.

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  • Familiarity with LaTeX syntax and environments
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  • Explore the AMSmath documentation for advanced alignment options
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  • Research the use of \begin{gather} for centering equations
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Hi guys, I'm totally new to latex and I'm loving it so far :) Quick question: when I use "\begin{align}" & "\end{align}" for a system of equations, I get them all aligned up at the "=" signs (assuming I place a "&" in front of them). Is there a way to get them all aligned vertically at the center of the page? Thanks.
 
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had you tried
Code: 
\begin{eqnarray} 
... & = & ... \\
... & = & ... 
\end{eqnarray}
?
 
M Quack said:
had you tried
Code: 
\begin{eqnarray} 
... & = & ... \\
... & = & ... 
\end{eqnarray}
?

I just tried it. It does the same thing as {align}. They're aligned about the "=" signs but the "=" signs aren't centered. Thanks anyways.
 
I'm not exactly sure what your question is, but the AMSmath align environment has more than enough options to solve most alignment problems. See ftp://ftp.ams.org/pub/tex/doc/amsmath/amsldoc.pdf Section 3.
 

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