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Using Custom Packages
Extend LaTeX's functionality by importing packages. Paperly supports all standard TeX Live packages.
How to Use Packages
Packages are added to the preamble of your document (the section before \begin{document}) using the \usepackage command.
Common Packages
graphicxEssential for including images.
amsmathAdvanced mathematical formatting.
geometryAdjusting page margins and layout.
hyperrefClickable links and bookmarks in PDF.
biblatexModern bibliography management.
xcolorAdding colors to text and backgrounds.
Troubleshooting Packages
If you get a "File not found" error for a package:
- Check the spelling of the package name.
- Paperly includes a comprehensive set of packages, but extremely obscure ones might not be supported yet.