LaTeX Logical Not (¬) - Complete Guide

The logical NOT symbol (¬) represents negation in boolean logic.

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¬

Logical Not

LaTeX Code

No package required

Recommended
\lnot

Logical NOT

No package required

\neg

Alternative: neg

What is the LaTeX Logical Not?

¬P is true if and only if P is false. It reverses the truth value of a proposition.

How to Use Logical Not in LaTeX

Method 1: Using \lnot

No package required

Logical NOT

Example: Using \lnot

latex
\documentclass{article}

\begin{document}

% Using the Logical Not
Text with \lnot

\end{document}

Method 2: Using \neg

No package required

Alternative: neg

Example: Using \neg

latex
\documentclass{article}

\begin{document}

% Using the Logical Not
Text with \neg

\end{document}

Common Use Cases

The Logical Not symbol is commonly used in the following contexts:

Logical Negation

Opposite of a condition.

Code

$\lnot P$

Output

¬P

Complete Examples

Logical NOT

Logical negation example

latex
\documentclass{article}
\begin{document}

If P is true, then $\lnot P$ is false.

\end{document}

Frequently Asked Questions

Which method should I use?

We recommend using the method marked as "Recommended" above. However, the best method depends on your specific needs:

  • \lnot: Logical NOT
  • \neg: Alternative: neg

Where do I use this symbol?

This symbol can be used:

  • In mathematical equations (math mode)
  • In regular text (if using text mode)
  • In various document environments

Can I use this in display mode?

Yes, symbols that work in math mode (between $ $) also work in display mode (between $$ $$). This allows you to display the symbol on its own line with larger formatting.

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