Mesoamerican writing systems were used by ancient civilizations in Mesoamerica, such as the Maya and Aztecs. These systems included symbols and glyphs that represented sounds, words, or ideas, allowing for the recording of history, rituals, and daily life. The Maya script is one of the most well-known, consisting of over 800 glyphs. The writing systems were often inscribed on monuments, pottery, and codices, which were folded books made from bark paper. These texts provided valuable insights into the cultures, beliefs, and languages of the people in Mesoamerica, contributing to our understanding of their complex societies.