Academic Writing with LaTeX
Welcome!
Have you ever looked at an academic journal article and marveled at how well it is set out? How clean the formatting looks, how professionally tables and figures are presented? Or are you looking for a programme that makes the creation of a bibliography a breeze? Then look no further than LaTeX!
If you have any queries, please feel free to get in touch.
Accessibility
The companion uses the font “Lexend”. Lexend fonts are intended to reduce visual stress and so improve reading performance. Initially they were designed with dyslexia and struggling readers in mind, but Bonnie Shaver-Troup, creator of the Lexend project, soon found out that these fonts are also great for everyone else.
Code is displayed in Recursive Mono. The font’s characters share the same width for clear legibility and perfect alignment. This is particularly helpful for use in programming and data-heavy design tasks, but also allows for creative possibilities in display typography.
Equations and mathematical expressions are set in Fira Math. Fira Math is easy to read with open shapes, clear spacing, and good contrast. This keeps subscripts, superscripts, and fractions legible - even at small sizes. It stays readable on screens and in print, reducing mix-ups between look-alike characters like 1, I, and l.
The companion also uses a dark mode theme. For many users, including some neurodivergent individuals, dark mode can reduce eye strain and enhance focus by minimising visual overstimulation.
Whilst I recognise that mobile phones play an essential part in all our daily lives, please note that this companion is optimised for display on tablets, laptops, and desktop computers.