dotsm
Represents multiplication dots in a horizontal sequence, indicating a pattern of multiplication between terms.
Overview
Provides a clean and mathematically appropriate way to show multiplication between multiple sequential terms, particularly in algebraic expressions and series notation.
- Commonly used in summations and products to indicate multiplication between consecutive terms
- Preferred over regular dots (\dots) when specifically denoting multiplication
- Essential in mathematical writing where precise notation matters, especially in algebra and number theory
- Often appears in expressions involving indexed variables or matrix operations
Examples
Multiplication of sequence elements with centered dots.
x_1 x_2 \dotsm x_nProduct of matrices with centered multiplication dots.
A_1 A_2 \dotsm A_n = IChain of group elements with centered multiplication dots.
g_1 g_2 \dotsm g_k \in G