LaTeX on Kubuntu Linux - Where to install packages?

[R A V E N]

In which directory?I am using Kile + Live TeX.

 

[Dick]

Why do you have to pick a directory? Can't you just install the package? I.e. 'sudo apt-get install kile'?

 

[oswaler]

I understand the importance of using LaTeX for scientific writing and documentation. In terms of installing packages on Kubuntu Linux, the best directory to install them would be in the "texmf" directory, specifically in the "texmf/tex/latex" subdirectory. This is the standard location for LaTeX packages and it ensures that they are accessible to all users on the system.

If you are using Kile and Live TeX, you can easily manage your packages by going to the "Settings" menu and selecting "Configure Kile." From there, you can navigate to the "Tools" tab and click on "Live TeX" to see the path to your "texmf" directory. You can then install your packages directly into the "texmf/tex/latex" subdirectory for easy access.

I would also recommend regularly updating your packages to ensure that you have the latest versions and bug fixes. This can be done through the "Package Manager" tool in Kile or through the command line using the "tlmgr" command.

Overall, installing packages in the appropriate "texmf" directory is crucial for a smooth and efficient LaTeX experience on Kubuntu Linux. I hope this information helps in your scientific endeavors.