Times New Roman for a portion of a ##\rm{\LaTeX}## document

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The discussion revolves around the use of the Times New Roman font in a LaTeX document. Participants explore methods for implementing this font, including potential packages and font codes, while also comparing LaTeX font management to that of other word processors.

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  • One participant seeks guidance on how to use Times New Roman in LaTeX, asking about packages and font codes.
  • Another participant suggests checking resources related to XeLaTeX for assistance.
  • A different participant provides a method to use the Times font by specifying the font family code {ptm}.
  • A follow-up inquiry is made about where to find a comprehensive list of LaTeX font codes.
  • Additional resources are shared, including a link to a catalog of LaTeX fonts.
  • A participant notes the difference in font management between LaTeX and other word processors, highlighting the limitations in LaTeX regarding font installation and selection.

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Participants have not reached a consensus on the best method to implement Times New Roman in LaTeX, and multiple approaches and resources are discussed without resolution.

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There are limitations regarding the availability of certain fonts in LaTeX, and participants express varying levels of familiarity with font codes and packages.

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This discussion may be useful for individuals looking to customize fonts in LaTeX documents, particularly those interested in using Times New Roman or exploring font management in LaTeX compared to other software.

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Can a portion of a document in ##\rm{\LaTeX}## be converted into the well known ##\verb|Times New Roman|## font?
I am writing a document (article) in ##\rm{\LaTeX}##. Due to easier reading and differentianting a portion of the text from the rest, it is necessary for me to use some other font and I have chosen the ##\verb|Times New Roman|##. However, I don't know how to go about it.
Are there any packages? Is there a font code for the Times New Roman font that I'd need to specify for the portion in question?
Many thanks.
 
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If you are ok with Times, you can simply use
Code:
{\fontfamily{ptm}\selectfont
This text is typeset in Times.
}
 
Thank you at @DrClaude.

So the ##\rm{LaTeX}## font code for the ##\verb|Times|## font is {ptm}. One simply has to know it.

Do you know where can I find a list of fonts I can use in ##\rm{LaTeX}## with the font code?
 
Thank you @DrClaude. Actually, upon a bit of search, I found an even better catalogue of ##\rm{LaTeX}## fonts online : LaTeX Fonts .
I suppose a huge difference with ##\text{MSWord}^{\circledR}## is that over there I can install fonts on my computer (as .ttf or .otf) and just select them from the drop down menu when I type. In ##\rm{\LaTeX}## however, there's no such thing. If a font you want doesn't exist, you have to do without it.
 
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