Adobe & APS Journals: Poor PDF Formatting?

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In summary, there is a discussion about bad formatting in PDF files of APS journals, specifically with subscripts appearing in whole words and inline equations variables. The question is raised if this is a problem with Adobe or the LaTex to PDF process. However, one person mentions not experiencing any issues with 5 papers from the latest issues of PRL+PRB.
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Has anyone else noticed bad formating in pdf files of APS journals? Whole words are subscripts and inline equations variables are subscripts. It's become very hard to follow papers. Is this a problem with adobe or the LaTex to pdf process?
 
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Has anyone else noticed bad formating in pdf files of APS journals? Whole words are subscripts and inline equations variables are subscripts. It's become very hard to follow papers. Is this a problem with adobe or the LaTex to pdf process?

I have seen no such problems, and I printed 5 different papers from the latest issues of PRL+PRB just today.

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I have also noticed this issue with the PDF formatting in APS journals. It can definitely be frustrating and make it difficult to follow the content of the papers. While I am not familiar with the specific processes used by Adobe and APS for formatting, it is possible that the issue lies with the conversion from LaTex to PDF. LaTex is a complex typesetting language and sometimes the conversion process can introduce errors. It might be worth bringing this issue to the attention of the APS journal editors so they can investigate and potentially find a solution. In the meantime, you could also try opening the PDFs in a different program or using a different PDF viewer to see if that helps with the formatting issues.
 

What is Adobe Acrobat and how is it related to APS journals?

Adobe Acrobat is a software program developed by Adobe Systems that allows users to create, edit, and view PDF documents. APS journals use Adobe Acrobat to publish their articles in PDF format.

Why is the PDF formatting for APS journals often poor?

The poor PDF formatting for APS journals can be attributed to various factors such as errors during the conversion process from the original document format to PDF, compatibility issues with different versions of Adobe Acrobat, and inconsistencies in the formatting of the original document.

How does poor PDF formatting affect the readability and usability of articles in APS journals?

Poor PDF formatting can make it difficult for readers to understand and follow the content of an article, as well as make it challenging to navigate through the document. This can negatively impact the overall user experience and may discourage readers from accessing the article.

What steps can be taken to improve the PDF formatting for APS journals?

To improve the PDF formatting for APS journals, it is important for authors to carefully follow the formatting guidelines provided by the journal. Additionally, editors and publishers can use software tools to ensure proper conversion and formatting of articles before publishing them.

Is there a way to report issues with PDF formatting in APS journals?

Yes, readers can report any issues they encounter with PDF formatting in APS journals to the journal's editorial team or to the APS technical support team. This feedback can help improve the overall quality of the journal's PDF formatting for future publications.

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