The Image Capture capability allows Authors to specify whether or not a Math Question can be answered by converting a photo of handwritten math into an on-screen editable response.

Once enabled, it can be found in the "More options / Keypad" section.

Figure 1: Authoring option to enable Image Capture

For a learner to use the capability, their device must have an attached camera. By using the camera, the learner can capture their handwritten math and have it converted into the Question response field.

Learners can submit their responses through image capture via the numeric keypad using the "camera" icon in the top right hand corner.

Figure 2: The camera icon in the top right hand corner

After the learner selects the camera icon, they are presented with two options.

NOTE: 'Via QR code' presents a QR code on the screen, which is scanned by a mobile/tablet device, and this uses the mobile/tablet camera to capture, process and return the solution to the response.

NOTE: 'Via camera' uses the current device's camera to capture, process and returns the solution to the response.

Figure 3: The camera-driven image capture interface

The first time a new camera is used, the learner may have to allow access to their camera if their operating system requires it. This differs between operating system, but usually involves accepting a system permission to access the camera.

Figure 4: Sample of written working that has been processed

Once an image is captured and processed, it can then be edited as if it had been entered using the keyboard or alternate inputs. The response can be updated at anytime before being submitted.

NOTE: The captured image is not retained by Learnosity after being processed and converted.