Neq in LaTeX

The LaTeX command for neq (≠) is \neq — not equal.

\neq

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How to type Neq

Write \neq 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

$a \neq b$

a \neq b

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FAQ

How do you write neq (≠) in LaTeX?

Use \neq in math mode — it needs no extra package. For example, $a \neq b$.

Which package provides \neq?

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

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