The PDFs of the map cards are generated using LaTeX. It is recommended that you compile it in the browser using the Generate map cards button, but sometimes you may encounter technical problems, or just prefer to use your own LaTeX compiler anyway. Two methods of compiling are:
Online Using Overleaf
This is the simplest option for getting started, if you are unfamiliar with LaTeX.
- Download TCTemplate.tex to an empty folder.
- Click on the Save station data button and save the produced file (TemplateParameters.tex) to the same folder.
- Copy the maps PDF file to the folder and rename it to
Maps.pdf(case sensitive). - Copy the control descriptions PDF file to the folder and rename it to
CDs.pdf(case sensitive). -
Compress the four files into a Zip archive.
- Windows: Select all the files, right click, then click Send to->Compressed (zipped) folder.
- MacOS: Go up one level, right click on the folder, then click Compress.
- Create a free Overleaf account and log in.
- Click on the upload button next to New Project in the top left of the screen, then choose Upload Zip.
- Upload the Zip archive you just created.
- Click on PDF on the top row of the screen to create and download the produced map cards, ready for printing.
Other LaTeX Compilers
Although Overleaf works well, compiling locally on your computer is faster, so is recommended if you're helping to develop TCTemplate. The Javascript version in the browser uses TeX Live (ported using Emscripten), so you could try that - it works on all major operating systems. Follow steps 1-4 above, then compile TCTemplate.tex.
Known Issues
The Generate map cards button should work in all major browsers, but there are some known issues, as follows. If you discover any that are not on this list, please log an issue or contact the author, stating which browser and operating system you are using, along with any other useful information.
- Microsoft Edge is unsupported until it is updated to Chromium.