Can LaTeX be Used to Draw on Floats?

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LaTeX can indeed be used to draw on floats using the pstricks package. The textpos package is effective for adding text, but for drawing, pstricks is recommended. Users can refer to specific examples and discussions on forums, such as the one linked in Éric's query, to see practical implementations. This approach enhances the visual presentation of documents created with LaTeX.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with LaTeX document preparation system
  • Understanding of the textpos package for positioning text
  • Knowledge of the pstricks package for drawing graphics
  • Basic skills in using online forums for troubleshooting and examples
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the pstricks package documentation for advanced drawing techniques
  • Learn how to integrate the textpos package with pstricks for enhanced layouts
  • Research examples of LaTeX documents that utilize floats and graphics
  • Investigate alternative packages like TikZ for drawing in LaTeX
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LaTeX users, graphic designers, and academic writers looking to enhance their documents with custom drawings and text positioning.

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Dear all,

I'd just like to know if it's possible to add let's say line on float with Latex.
I use textpos package to add text but what about drawing?

Thanks,

Éric.
 
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