LaTeX ($\LaTeX$) is a software system for typesetting professional-looking documents, especially in the sciences and mathematics.
LaTeX ([[$\LaTeX$]]) is a software system for typesetting professional-looking documents,
especially in the sciences and mathematics.
Guides and Manuals
Introductory Guides
- An introduction to LaTeX (latex-project.org)
- The Not So Short Introduction to LaTeX 2ε (in PDF format)
- Getting to grips with LaTeX (Andy Roberts, Leeds U.)
Quick References
- Common expressions (Elevator Lady, Inc.)
Sample Pages with Code
- Sample LaTeX file for the American Journal of Physics (Harvey Gould, Clark U.)
- Sample LaTeX File (Harvey Gould, Clark U.)
Wikidot's LaTeX
Using LaTeX with Wikidot
Wikidot pages will parse and display LaTeX code. See the math section of the Wikidot syntax guide.
Example
A famous equation is $E = mc^2$.
A famous equation is [[$E = mc^2$]].
Actually, the speed of light (in a vacuum) is a constant so "technically":
A famous equation is [[$E = m\textrm{c}^2$]].
A famous equation is $E = m\textrm{c}^2$.
Limitations
Wikidot renders LaTeX by producing and displaying graphics files, which may not appear particularly sharp when printed. Also, I do not believe that the font used can be changed. The rather plain-looking Computer Modern (I believe) is the default.
More Information
The LaTeXniques Wiki contains a few articles perhaps of interest and a list of other sites.
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