Fix LaTex Images in PF Library Entries

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around issues with LaTeX images not displaying correctly in library entries on Physics Forums. Participants explore potential fixes and the role of browser functionality in addressing the problem.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that LaTeX images display as text instead of equations and suggests that editing and saving the entry by a Mentor or Science Advisor may restore the display.
  • Another participant inquires whether clicking the Reload button on the browser resolves the issue, referencing a similar problem with previewing replies.
  • Several participants discuss the location and function of the Reload button, indicating it varies by browser.
  • A participant mentions that reloading the page did not resolve the issue for them.
  • A warning is provided about the potential loss of typed text when reloading the page, suggesting users should copy their text first.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing experiences with the Reload function, with some suggesting it may help while others report it does not resolve the issue. There is no consensus on a definitive solution to the LaTeX display problem.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the issue may be browser or operating system dependent, and there are unresolved questions about the specific conditions under which the LaTeX images fail to display.

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I just noticed that the LaTex images in some library entries are not displaying properly. Instead of displaying the equation, you see this text:
Click to see the LaTeX code for this image
The fix for this is easy, any Mentor or Science Advisor can edit the entry and then save it (without making any changes). This appears to restore the LaTex for some reason.

If you notice any library entry where this is an issue, please report it (just click where it says "Report item") so that somebody can fix it up.

FWIW, I have Firefox 3.6.10 and Windows XP. Not sure if this is a browser or OS dependent bug.
 
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Does clicking the Reload button on your browser fix this problem?

As you know, when previewing a reply for posting, the preview page displays the wrong latex. The user must click Reload, which causes the preview page to update and display the correct latex. (I have Mozilla Firefox 3.6.10.)
 
Where is this "Reload" button? I constantly have problems when previewing Latex.
 
marcusl said:
Where is this "Reload" button? I constantly have problems when previewing Latex.

Depends on the browser (it is not forum thing).
 
The Reload (or Refresh) button is located near the top of your browser, on the browser navigation bar, and generally looks like a recycle arrow symbol. You press it to redisplay the page you are currently viewing. Alternately, in your browser pull-down menus, you can select View > Reload (or View > Refresh).
 
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Oh, that Reload button :o)

Thx
 
Reloading the page did not help with this particular issue.
 
marcusl: In my above posts, I forgot to mention the following warning.

[PLAIN]https://www.physicsforums.com/images/icons/icon4.gif Before you press Reload (or Refresh), first make a copy of the text you typed, in case the process loses what you have already typed in.
 
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