Problem with superscript and subscript in mathematica

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The discussion addresses issues encountered by users attempting to use superscripts and subscripts in Mathematica while summing over indices. Specifically, the user is trying to compute the expression (x^(i,j))-i, where x has superscript (i,j) and subscript i, but encounters errors. The conversation highlights the common frustration among new Mathematica users regarding the formatting of superscripts and subscripts, suggesting a focus on computational results rather than formatting.

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hi

i want to sum over two indices i and j . the elemet that i must sum is (x^(i,j))-i
that is x has superscript i,j and subscript i.
but in mathematica it gives me error.
here is the notebook :
http://www.mediafire.com/?novtz7t0liu9u78

thanks (:
 
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I believe if you stop trying to desktop publish the format and just try to calculate the answer that you will have results with much less frustration.

I realize textbooks use sub and super scripts and you find words like sub and super script in the Mathematica help. But again and again new users find they cannot figure out how to make this work.
 

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