Frequently Asked Questions | Aspose.TeX for .NET

Q: What is the primary functionality of Aspose.TeX API Solution?

A: Aspose.TeX is a comprehensive API solution for typesetting TeX and Latex that lets you create LaTeX equations, and create and convert TeX files. It is an efficient TeX document management and formula creation.

Q: What formats does Aspose.TeX support?

A: Aspose.TeX supports TeX and LaTeX as input and XPS, PDF, PNG, JPEG, TIFF, SVG, and BMP formats as output.

Q: How to convert TeX?

A: It is very simple. You need to take only a few steps!

1. Initiate the TeXOptions class.
2. Specify the file system working directory for the output by setting the OutputWorkingDirectory property.
3. Initialize save options for the output format using the (file format)SaveOptions class.
4. Convert TeX using the Run() method.

For more examples, please visit Convertion guides.

Q: Which external LaTeX packages are supported by Aspose.TeX?

A: You can use most of the packages but there are a few restrictions here.

Q: What packages are embedded into Aspose.TeX API Solution?

A: According to the list of Aspose.TeX embedded LaTeX packages they are:

• eurosym
• geometry
• graphics
• hyperref
• multirow
• pgf
• pict2e
• setspace
• latex-tools bundle: afterpage, array, bm, calc, dcolumn, delarray, enumerate, fileerr, fontsmpl, ftnright, hhline, indentfirst, layout, longtable, multicol, rawfonts, showkeys, somedefs, tabularx, theorem, trace, varioref, verbatim, xr, and xspace.
• url
• wasysym
• xcolor
  
  

Q: How to typeset TeX files?

A: It is very simple. You need to take only a few steps!

1. Create conversion settings tailored to either the Object TeX or Object LaTeX format.
2. Designate a directory within the file system for the resulting output.
3. Instantiate the TeXJob class and initiate the typesetting operation by invoking the TeXJob.Run() method.
   
   

Q: How to install Aspose.TeX Package from Nuget?

A: Open the NuGet package manager, search for Aspose.TeX, and install it. You may also use the following command from the Package Manager Console:

    PM> Install-Package Aspose.TeX

Q: How to render LaTeX formulas using Aspose.TeX?

A: Aspose.TeX math rendering library lets you create an SVG or PNG image containing a math formula taking just a few steps:

1. Create an object of the (file format)MathRendererOptions class.
2. Specify the background color using the BackgroundColor property of the options if needed.
3. Set up a memory stream to capture the log output generated during the rendering process using the LogStream property.
4. Create a file stream to save the output image.
5. Create an object of the (file format)MathRenderer class and run rendering the formula by calling the Render() method.

For more examples, please visit LaTeX math formulas rendering guides.

Q: Where can I learn more about TeX?

A: There is a knowledge base for TeX and LaTeX so you can understand the subject deeper. Also take a look at the General articles on LaTeX that will teach you rules that every document author must follow. It also defines the structure of the source file, which is essentially a typesetting program.

Q: What ways of reading input and writing output are supported by Aspose.TeX?

A: In this API Solution you can load TeX files and write output from/to:

• File system directory
• ZIP archive
• Main TeX file can also be passed through a stream
  
  

Q: Can I try the Solution before purchasing it?

A: Yes, you can easily download Aspose.TeX for .NET product for evaluation purposes. Evaluation version of Aspose.TeX (without a license specified) provides full product functionality except for some evaluation limitations.

If you want to try Aspose.TeX out without evaluation limitations, request a 30-day temporary license.

Q: Where can I get help if there are any issues with the Solution faced?

A: Check the Aspose Forum for answers or add a new topic with your issue if you did not find the one suitable for your problem.

Q: How does Aspose.TeX API Solution ensure cross-platform compatibility?

A: Aspose.TeX API Solution is designed to be platform-independent, allowing developers to build functionalities that work consistently across different operating systems and environments.

Q: Where can I see the functionality of this API Solution implemented in web applications?

A: Check our web solutions to convert, view, merge, and edit TeX and LaTeX files and create mathematical equations. They are the brightest examples you can use the API for developing your own products.