This help page describes how to switch between entering 2-D Math and Maple Input notation at a prompt.

In the quick access toolbar, the current mode is indicated.

When Math is selected, the input display mode is 2-D math notation:

When Text is selected, the input display mode is Maple Input notation (sometimes called 1-D math):

To switch entry mode do one of the following:

Use the F5 shortcut key, which at a Maple prompt toggles between 2-D math input and Maple Input.

On the quick access toolbar, use the drop-down box to select from Math and Text.  This is also found on the Edit tab of the ribbon, in the Input Configuration group, under Mode.

Note: Set the default input display mode from the Display tab of the Options dialog. See Options>Display.

In document mode, the mode drop-down list lets you switch between entering plain text and math. For more information on switching between text and math input, see Select Entry Mode.