Q:

Shortcut to create new equation in Word 2011

What is the shortcut to create a new equation in Word 2011? 
I have looked at this shortcut list, but it does not include that. 

A:

Inserting a new Equation:
Go to System Preferences » Keyboard » Keyboard Shortcuts, and set up an Application shortcut for Microsoft Word. 
As the menu item's title, use "Equation". 

This will add a new equation to the document:

Opening the Equation editor:
Go to Tools » Customize Keyboard.  Here, create a new shortcut for Insert » InsertEquation. 
For example, I've used Command-Shift-E. Make sure you click Assign, then OK. 

A:

For me with Word for Mac 2011, inserting equation shortcut is already set as: Ctrl+=

