Teachers are being asked to use a math app requiring touchscreens, but their computers lack them, making student work entry difficult.

The new math app assumes touchscreen capability, which the school's computers do not have, potentially causing workaround needs or usability issues.

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2Mild

Willingness to Pay

none

Added

May 24, 2026

Implied Software Gaps

A tool to enable math work input on non-touch devices without sacrificing the 'show your work' requirement

App Concept

InputFlex Math

A lightweight browser extension that adds mouse-friendly input options (clickable symbols, drag-and-drop, handwriting recognition via mouse) to any web-based math app. It bridges the gap between touchscreen-optimized apps and non-touch devices, letting students show work using any computer.

Key Features

On-screen keypad with math symbols and templates
Mouse-based handwriting recognition for freeform writing
Drag-and-drop expression builder
Seamless integration with popular LMS and math apps

Target Users: K-12 school districts using web-based math apps on non-touchscreen computers

Revenue Model: $2/student/year site license, or $199/year per school

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