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I think that LaTeX doesn't work on comments. I have made a few tests and I don't see it happening. LaTeX works fine on answers and questions, so I don't think it is a problem with my browser.

So, two questions:

1) Is LaTeX disabled on comments?

2) If it is disabled, why? I think it is inconsistent. This site can potentially include lots of mathematics.

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  • I've definitely used it before...or maybe I dreamt it. Commented Apr 20, 2015 at 15:02
  • @blochwave Maybe it's a problem with my browser. Can anyone report on a recent LaTeX comment? Commented Apr 20, 2015 at 15:03
  • From editing-help: "Comments support only bold, italic, code and links". Commented Apr 20, 2015 at 15:53
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    Actually that information is incorrect. It is possible, just surround your expression with dollar signs. Proof. It is just not possible on meta. Here is the same string: Test: $\alpha$. Sorry system Commented Apr 20, 2015 at 16:01
  • @JacobAkkerboom I see the $\alpha$ on the main site. Apparently it was a temporary issue with my browser and/or proxy or whatever. Thanks. If you post an answer (a simple "No, comments are not disabled on the main site" will do) I'll accept it. Commented Apr 21, 2015 at 12:21

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No, comments with LaTeX are not disabled on the main site, see my comment above.

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