TeX Writer - LaTeX On The Go Hack 6.3.2 + Redeem Codes
LaTeX Editor and Compiler
Developer: 潮激 李
Category: Productivity
Price: $14.99 (Download for free)
Version: 6.3.2
ID: com.litchie.tex-notebook
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Description
Writing and compiling TeX files on the go. No internet connection needed.
FULL TeX/LaTeX SUPPORT
- Supports both plain TeX and LaTeX, output PDF;
- Supports XeLaTeX/LuaLaTeX (online compiling, requires PRO subscription);
- Fast compiler optimized for iOS devices;
- On-demand package auto downloader, including big packages like beamer;
- Integrated BibTeX/MakeIndex;
- Support multi-file project with comment "%!TEX root=main.tex"
- Support compiler specification: "%!TEX program=xelatex"
DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL WRITERS
- A text editor designed for LaTeX editing. With syntax highlighting, customizable assistant keyboard, powerful commands.
- Outline view. Works for multi-file project.
- Side by side PDF preview with auto reload after compilation.
- View source: from PDF to TeX
- TeX-aware spell checking (cmd -> spell)
- Handy customizable assistant keyboard for inserting special characters.
- Open .tex file from other applications
- export & print pdf
- Customizable UI appearance (via twilit.l)
SHARING
- Dropbox and OneDrive syncing, with file comparison and manual conflict resolution
- WebDAV
- PDF export/email
PRO SUBSCRIPTION
- Package download acceleration;
- Automatic eps-to-pdf conversion with online service;
- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Length of subscription is 1 year
- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication"
- Privacy and Term of Use: https://apps.texwriter.net/about.html
HOW TO GET HELP
- Visit https://apps.texwriter.net for user guide, and templates for russian, chinese, japanese.
- Email [email protected] to send bug report and feature requests.
- Or directly talk to @litchiedev on Twitter.
FULL TeX/LaTeX SUPPORT
- Supports both plain TeX and LaTeX, output PDF;
- Supports XeLaTeX/LuaLaTeX (online compiling, requires PRO subscription);
- Fast compiler optimized for iOS devices;
- On-demand package auto downloader, including big packages like beamer;
- Integrated BibTeX/MakeIndex;
- Support multi-file project with comment "%!TEX root=main.tex"
- Support compiler specification: "%!TEX program=xelatex"
DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL WRITERS
- A text editor designed for LaTeX editing. With syntax highlighting, customizable assistant keyboard, powerful commands.
- Outline view. Works for multi-file project.
- Side by side PDF preview with auto reload after compilation.
- View source: from PDF to TeX
- TeX-aware spell checking (cmd -> spell)
- Handy customizable assistant keyboard for inserting special characters.
- Open .tex file from other applications
- export & print pdf
- Customizable UI appearance (via twilit.l)
SHARING
- Dropbox and OneDrive syncing, with file comparison and manual conflict resolution
- WebDAV
- PDF export/email
PRO SUBSCRIPTION
- Package download acceleration;
- Automatic eps-to-pdf conversion with online service;
- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
• Length of subscription is 1 year
- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase
- No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication"
- Privacy and Term of Use: https://apps.texwriter.net/about.html
HOW TO GET HELP
- Visit https://apps.texwriter.net for user guide, and templates for russian, chinese, japanese.
- Email [email protected] to send bug report and feature requests.
- Or directly talk to @litchiedev on Twitter.
Version history
6.3.2
2020-10-26
- fix bugs
6.3.1
2020-10-09
- open URL in pdf with external application (we offered to open in a new buffer, but apparently no one is asking for it).
6.3
2020-10-07
- Fix Russian template compilation error
- Add lualatex support in cloud compiler
- Add lualatex support in cloud compiler
6.2.2
2020-08-23
- fix a bug in dark mode
6.2.1
2020-08-12
- fix bugs
6.2
2020-07-16
- add missing package files
- bug fixes
- bug fixes
6.1
2020-05-28
- Upgraded to TeXLive 2020
- Supports synctex. Select text in pdf view then use "View source" to go to the tex file.
- Add templates download for Pro users.
- Import shared folders from iCloud Drive (use refresh button to force download after imported)
- Fix bugs
- Supports synctex. Select text in pdf view then use "View source" to go to the tex file.
- Add templates download for Pro users.
- Import shared folders from iCloud Drive (use refresh button to force download after imported)
- Fix bugs
6.0.2
2019-08-09
- Fix bugs when importing folders and files (Open in ..)
- Make it possible to compile while in pdf view:
(add-hook pdf-mode-hook (lambda()
(add-to-toolbar "TEX" 'tex-compile)
))
- Make it possible to compile while in pdf view:
(add-hook pdf-mode-hook (lambda()
(add-to-toolbar "TEX" 'tex-compile)
))
6.0.1
2019-04-20
- Fix crash when running on iPad Pro w/ iOS 12.2
6.0
2018-12-04
- Upgrade to TeXLive 2018.
- Other minor fixes
- Other minor fixes
5.3.1
2018-08-05
- Fix IAP restore bug
5.3
2018-07-26
- Fix "Save as" crash
- Add COPY button in pdf mode. Now you can create latex standalone files for drafting equations or TikZ drawings and export PDF output to Keynote or Pages.
- Add COPY button in pdf mode. Now you can create latex standalone files for drafting equations or TikZ drawings and export PDF output to Keynote or Pages.
5.2
2018-06-25
Add support for shared folders from apps like Working copy
5.1.1
2018-05-21
Add maximize button to buffer status line in split mode
5.1
2018-04-24
- Add outline button "TOC", on iphone it's "outline" command, because of tight space. Outline works as you would expect in a multi-file project.
- Fix last opened file
- Fix iphone x compatibility
- Fix last opened file
- Fix iphone x compatibility
5.0
2018-03-13
Major redesign
- entire new text editor
- support split view: tex and pdf side by side
- better spell check with suggestions
- open multiple files at the same time
- copy file in file list
- fully customizable UI
- other bug fixes
- entire new text editor
- support split view: tex and pdf side by side
- better spell check with suggestions
- open multiple files at the same time
- copy file in file list
- fully customizable UI
- other bug fixes
4.0.1
2017-11-19
- Fix crash when updating over an existing installation
- Add more options for folders
- Add more options for folders
4.0
2017-11-16
- Redesign files syncing, now supports Dropbox and OneDrive selective sync.
- Support XeLaTeX remote compilation (PRO required)
- Support XeLaTeX remote compilation (PRO required)
3.1
2017-07-08
Fix png in PDF bugs
3.0.2
2017-02-08
fix page content not centered in article class by default
3.0.1
2017-01-25
- fix bbm font mismatch
3.0
2016-12-10
- compiler and package upgrade
- texmf-local supports sub directories with ls-R refreshing in settings;
- automatic EPS to PDF conversion (Pro Only).
- texmf-local supports sub directories with ls-R refreshing in settings;
- automatic EPS to PDF conversion (Pro Only).
2.8.4
2016-06-17
Support "%!TEX root=master-file.tex"
Need to reopen the file. The master file can be in different folder, and in that case can be specified using relative path: "../main.tex".
Need to reopen the file. The master file can be in different folder, and in that case can be specified using relative path: "../main.tex".
2.8.3
2016-04-13
Fix dropbox 2-factor link crash
2.8.2
2015-12-02
This update will make TeX Writer more pleasant to use.
- Fix crash when editing twinit.l
- Compatible with split screen (iPad)
- Adjust accessory keyboard for iPad pro
- General UI Improvement
- Add replace command to command bar
- Fix crash when editing twinit.l
- Compatible with split screen (iPad)
- Adjust accessory keyboard for iPad pro
- General UI Improvement
- Add replace command to command bar
Cheat Codes for In-App Purchases
| Item | Price | iPhone/iPad | Android |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Features (Auto epstopdf, xelatex cloud compiler, .etc) |
Free |
CC618674736✱✱✱✱✱ | 761791A✱✱✱✱✱ |
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Ratings
4.2 out of 5
108 Ratings
Reviews
jyh_,
Version 4 really improves DropBox support
I use this app a lot to write notes and tutorials for my courses and it has been an invaluable tool for me. For anybody with memories of old implementations of LaTeX on Mac OS (for example OzTeX), the way this app. automatically fetches packages online when needed simply seems magical.
The one main weakness for me was the shaky DropBox support. Yes, it worked, but only as long as the DropBox folder was only used to push edits done on the iOS side. Any work done on the macOS side would invariably lead to conflicts that this App was doing a terrible job of solving (pretty much, the only solution was to flush the entire folder). Fortunately, v. 4 seems to have solved virtually all DropBox problems for me. It really works the way it should. Many thanks to the developer.
The only remaining minor irritants are that the editor is limited. Yes I know that I can modify the config file to change the presets, but it is somewhat cumbersome. I used to hate the copying mechanism that the developer seems to be very proud of... I just got used to it and it doesn't bother me as much as it used to.
Anyway, this is one of a handful of apps that are absolutely essential on my iPad and that I use every day. I Love it!
The one main weakness for me was the shaky DropBox support. Yes, it worked, but only as long as the DropBox folder was only used to push edits done on the iOS side. Any work done on the macOS side would invariably lead to conflicts that this App was doing a terrible job of solving (pretty much, the only solution was to flush the entire folder). Fortunately, v. 4 seems to have solved virtually all DropBox problems for me. It really works the way it should. Many thanks to the developer.
The only remaining minor irritants are that the editor is limited. Yes I know that I can modify the config file to change the presets, but it is somewhat cumbersome. I used to hate the copying mechanism that the developer seems to be very proud of... I just got used to it and it doesn't bother me as much as it used to.
Anyway, this is one of a handful of apps that are absolutely essential on my iPad and that I use every day. I Love it!
タダヨシ,
Works well!
I use LaTeX on my computer, and it's so convenient to have it on my iPad and iPhone 6 Plus as well. It makes me so productive since I can work and make documents anywhere and any time. I love how it integrates with other apps. I use a combined file browser, file server, FTP client app, Documents, and I can move my Tex and PDF files back and forth between the apps.
The new text editor is much better than the original and a lot easier to use.
The one thing I think would be helpful is have a video tutorial to show us how the app works and explain how to use the features.
The app developer is responsive and fixes issues with the app quickly, so if you have problems, don't hesitate to email. I've had some problems before, and they have all been fixed around a week after I reported them.
The new text editor is much better than the original and a lot easier to use.
The one thing I think would be helpful is have a video tutorial to show us how the app works and explain how to use the features.
The app developer is responsive and fixes issues with the app quickly, so if you have problems, don't hesitate to email. I've had some problems before, and they have all been fixed around a week after I reported them.
mdrichard05,
New Version is much better (Updated for Version 5)
[Written a few months before Version 5: Although some automatic sync isn’t great, it has much better version control. Incredibly stable and easy to use a wide-variety of packages (I was particularly impressed with how easy it was to make advanced geometric figures with tikz). Very happy I purchased it.]
I just recently updated to the Version 5. This was a massive improvement. The automatic sync is still wanting (as in, I need to hit “sync” whenever I think about it in order to sync my documents), but the editor is fantastic. Split view has made this a supremely useable and productive editor for myself. I still prefer TeXStudio on my computer, but on the go this is the best option.
I just recently updated to the Version 5. This was a massive improvement. The automatic sync is still wanting (as in, I need to hit “sync” whenever I think about it in order to sync my documents), but the editor is fantastic. Split view has made this a supremely useable and productive editor for myself. I still prefer TeXStudio on my computer, but on the go this is the best option.
el-jablo,
OK, but lacking
I can open and compile TeX files, so the app passes the most basic performance test. However, it falls short in a few areas.
1) The sync to Dropbox is clunky. For one, you have to do it manually. That would be fine, except the sync button is hidden under “open” for some reason. Why not have it on the main interface screen? After finding the sync button, I then spent 15 minutes trying to figure out why only the PDF and not the TeX file synced. Clearly the TeX file is the more important of the two. I had to close the PDF and sync again to get the TeX file to sync.
2) The lack of autocomplete is a hassle - and was a surprise. How could this have been overlooked? I am a professional mathematician and use LaTeX daily. At this point in my life, I know (or can look up) most commands. But autocomplete should be standard and for beginners it is essential.
Some positives:
1) There were no issues downloading the needed packages on the fly! (I haven’t tried Tikz yet, though.)
2) I love the split screen; using an iPad Pro 12.9 here and neither page is too small for my taste.
Even with the flaws, I’m going to keep using the app when I travel as it is good enough. If/when the sync is fixed to be more user friendly, I’ll update my rating to 3 or 4 stars. If autocomplete is added, I’ll give it 5+.
1) The sync to Dropbox is clunky. For one, you have to do it manually. That would be fine, except the sync button is hidden under “open” for some reason. Why not have it on the main interface screen? After finding the sync button, I then spent 15 minutes trying to figure out why only the PDF and not the TeX file synced. Clearly the TeX file is the more important of the two. I had to close the PDF and sync again to get the TeX file to sync.
2) The lack of autocomplete is a hassle - and was a surprise. How could this have been overlooked? I am a professional mathematician and use LaTeX daily. At this point in my life, I know (or can look up) most commands. But autocomplete should be standard and for beginners it is essential.
Some positives:
1) There were no issues downloading the needed packages on the fly! (I haven’t tried Tikz yet, though.)
2) I love the split screen; using an iPad Pro 12.9 here and neither page is too small for my taste.
Even with the flaws, I’m going to keep using the app when I travel as it is good enough. If/when the sync is fixed to be more user friendly, I’ll update my rating to 3 or 4 stars. If autocomplete is added, I’ll give it 5+.
Rankeya,
Most stable Latex app at the moment
This app has allowed me to use my iPad as my primary work gadget. I like the stability of the app, and the fact that it even allows me to customize the editor to my needs.
The text selection method may take a little getting used to, and I sometimes have trouble selecting text properly using the Apple Pencil. Also, scrolling on the editor seems to be a little choppy. With the new iPad's Pro Motion technology, I hope the app releases an update to fix this.
Two improvements would be great:
1) The ability to see the pdf output side by side with the editor (another TeX app does this, but the other app has stability issues).
2) Being able to access any folder in my dropbox, and not just those in the TeX Writer folder. This makes it easier for me to switch between using my iPad when I am on the move, and my desktop when I am at home.
I think with these two updates Tex Writer will be very close to Tex experience on a laptop or a desktop. All in all I highly recommend giving this app a shot!
The text selection method may take a little getting used to, and I sometimes have trouble selecting text properly using the Apple Pencil. Also, scrolling on the editor seems to be a little choppy. With the new iPad's Pro Motion technology, I hope the app releases an update to fix this.
Two improvements would be great:
1) The ability to see the pdf output side by side with the editor (another TeX app does this, but the other app has stability issues).
2) Being able to access any folder in my dropbox, and not just those in the TeX Writer folder. This makes it easier for me to switch between using my iPad when I am on the move, and my desktop when I am at home.
I think with these two updates Tex Writer will be very close to Tex experience on a laptop or a desktop. All in all I highly recommend giving this app a shot!
CurlyRam,
Good quality Latex compiler for iOS
It was able to compile my research papers effectively, thus making it possible to write on the go using the ipad pro.
Other editors had significant difficulty doing this, especially because they were unable to share documents with other applications on the iOS. This editor is able to share documents with other apps, making it easy to synchronize with a git client, for instance.
Kudos to the developer for making a great app !
Wishlist :
One feature I would like to see is vim bindings in the editor, to make it a complete solution for vim users. Currently, I use Buffer editor to edit the files, and use TEX Writer exclusively to compile.
Second, the compile process could be made easier by designating a 'main' file for the project. Currently, the main file needs to be selected a the 'active' buffer in order to compile it.
If a different buffer is selected, then there is a compile error.
Other editors had significant difficulty doing this, especially because they were unable to share documents with other applications on the iOS. This editor is able to share documents with other apps, making it easy to synchronize with a git client, for instance.
Kudos to the developer for making a great app !
Wishlist :
One feature I would like to see is vim bindings in the editor, to make it a complete solution for vim users. Currently, I use Buffer editor to edit the files, and use TEX Writer exclusively to compile.
Second, the compile process could be made easier by designating a 'main' file for the project. Currently, the main file needs to be selected a the 'active' buffer in order to compile it.
If a different buffer is selected, then there is a compile error.
Amicalola2064,
Does what it says
My LaTeX and TeX needs are rather rudimentary. I use it to write long documents, and for that it behaves quite traditionally for me. I like the added integration for other on-line locations such as iCloud and OneDrive. I have occasional pictures in my documents, but not an abundance, so I can't say I've "stress-tested" the app. I do, however, often use TexTastic as an editor when I want dynamic font sizing for the editor. Does what it says. I've not seen it crash and burn on anything.
LagrangePt.,
Revised review: very poor interface after update
The new user interface remains clunky and counterintuitive.
See original review—
I've used several editor-compiler systems for LaTeX and without question TeX Writer is my favorite mobile mathematical document markup application. The interface (editor) is clean and free of the clutter that sometimes plagues full desktop systems. Compiling is done on-board, so there is no need for continuous Internet access. As expected from LaTeX in general, mathematical articles written using TeX Writer are beautifully and professionally typeset. I've not had any issues with journal-specific document classes. All in all, a very solid LaTeX editor-compiler platform.
See original review—
I've used several editor-compiler systems for LaTeX and without question TeX Writer is my favorite mobile mathematical document markup application. The interface (editor) is clean and free of the clutter that sometimes plagues full desktop systems. Compiling is done on-board, so there is no need for continuous Internet access. As expected from LaTeX in general, mathematical articles written using TeX Writer are beautifully and professionally typeset. I've not had any issues with journal-specific document classes. All in all, a very solid LaTeX editor-compiler platform.
Liktoprgm,
Clunky interface; no help on ussage; works OK
Don’t do a lot of Latex and anything serious I would do with TexShop on my computer. Tex writer seems to work although I can’t get the minted package to work. My main complaint is if there is any way to start up a fresh tex file from scratch (as in new file) I can’t figure it out. I generally open ivim and do the basics there; write it to my file system on the ipad; and then open it in tex writer. That works but seems like there should be some way to do it all native.
TeX King,
Garbage app
Update: the most recent version put new features to a Pro version, asking for annual subscription fee. A greedy, poor app. The TeXShop on Mac is 1000 times better, and it's completely free!
This app is a useless garbage. It used to work at least. Now, the new version doesn't compile any file. It only asks you to pay for a pro version.
The developer’s response is not informative at all. The developer strisp off functions of the original version, which I paid for, and then push the user to buy the Pro version. I refuse to pay any Pro version of app. I will just use TeXShop on my Mac, which is completely powerful and completely free. I advise everyone to do the same.
This app is a useless garbage. It used to work at least. Now, the new version doesn't compile any file. It only asks you to pay for a pro version.
The developer’s response is not informative at all. The developer strisp off functions of the original version, which I paid for, and then push the user to buy the Pro version. I refuse to pay any Pro version of app. I will just use TeXShop on my Mac, which is completely powerful and completely free. I advise everyone to do the same.
