LuaTeX

An extended version of pdfTeX, a TeX-based computer typesetting system, using Lua as an embedded scripting language

⚖️ Free · Open

Features & Limitations

+	Modern Font Technologies	It supports OpenType fonts, enabling high-quality typography.
+	Unicode Support	Handles Unicode characters
+	Lua Scripting Language	Embeds the powerful Lua scripting language allowing for powerful customization and extension of LuaTeX’s capabilities beyond what’s possible with traditional TeX commands
+	Multilingual Typesetting	Supports complex scripts like Arabic and other languages.
+	Direct PDF Output	Generates PDF files directly from TeX source code.
+	Automation and Integration	Enables automation and integration with existing workflows.
+	Customizable	Offers customizable primitives and hyphenation patterns, along with micro-typographical controls for fine-tuning your document layout
-	Compatibility Issues	Some existing LaTeX packages may not work seamlessly with LuaTeX due to differences in primitives and behaviour
-	Learning Curve	LuaTeX’s unique features and Lua programming integration may require a learning curve for users accustomed to other TeX engines
-	Performance	LuaTeX can be memory-intensive and have slower compilation times compared to some alternatives.
-	Configurability	Configuring system fonts and customizing LuaTeX behaviour can be intricate, requiring more technical expertise
-	Debugging Challenges	Debugging Lua code within LuaTeX can be more complex than traditional TeX macros

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