LaTex in presentations (transparencies, etc)

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The discussion centers on creating overhead transparencies using LaTeX, specifically addressing the limitations of the "foils" document class. Users recommend alternative packages such as "slides" and "prosper" for better functionality. The "beamer" package is highlighted as a convenient option for presentations. Additionally, participants explore methods for integrating LaTeX equations into PowerPoint, including generating images of equations for use in slides.

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  • Familiarity with LaTeX document classes, specifically "foils", "slides", and "prosper".
  • Basic understanding of LaTeX commands for text formatting, such as \textbf and \textit.
  • Knowledge of the "beamer" package for creating presentations.
  • Experience with PowerPoint and image integration techniques.
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  • Research the "slides" document class for overhead transparency creation in LaTeX.
  • Explore the "prosper" class for computer display presentations.
  • Learn how to use the "beamer" package for enhanced presentation capabilities.
  • Investigate methods for exporting LaTeX equations as images for PowerPoint integration.
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Anyone involved in creating presentations using LaTeX, including educators, researchers, and students looking to enhance their visual materials with LaTeX equations and formatting.

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I was wondering if anyone knows a good (free) package to create overhead transparencies using LaTex. Currently, I'm using the "foils" documentclass, however it's got a few downpoints (the main one being that I can't change the font size of text, or make it bold etc, without switching to math mode), so I wonder if anyone knows a better package.

Alternatively, does anyone know how to link LaTex equations into Powerpoint (although this may be a more difficult skill to master in a few days!)

Either way, any help will be much appreciated!
 
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You could try the slides documentclass.
http://amath.colorado.edu/documentation/LaTeX/reference/slides/

Or maybe the prosper class if it's computer displayed
http://prosper.sourceforge.net/
 
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I am using the beamer package, and find it very convenient. You could also play the game of producing images (like gif) of your equations and plot them into powerpoint...
 
Ok, thanks guys. I'm playing about with the slides documentclass, however still can't find a way to make text bold, or italic! I've tried the commands \bf, \textbold; they get accepted when I execute, but don't show up bold. Do you know if I need an add-on or something?
 
Sounds like you have it working. I was going to suggest going to my wiki & making a sandbox...
 

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