Max in LaTeX

The LaTeX command for max is \max.

\max

How to type Max

Write \max inside math mode — that is, between $…$ for inline math or in a \[ … \] / equation block for display math. It is part of core LaTeX math, so no extra package is required.

Example

$\max f(x)$

\max f(x)

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FAQ

How do you write max (max) in LaTeX?

Use \max in math mode — it needs no extra package. For example, $\max f(x)$.

Which package provides \max?

None — \max is built into LaTeX's math mode, so no extra package is required.

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