linuxmint / linuxmint/xreader

Add the support for SyncteX

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FEATURE REQUEST
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C
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Description

Hi, I'm using Latexila and I would like to know if it is possible to add the support of syncTeX in Xreader. Evince has the support of syncTeX so it may be only necessary to copy a part of the code ?

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Research direction

Start by locating Xreader's document-viewing entry points and comparing them with Evince's SyncTeX support. Confirm how Latexila invokes SyncTeX and define the required navigation behavior; the work is done when Xreader supports the requested SyncTeX workflow.

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Assessment

Tech stack
c, latex
Domain
desktop
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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