latex-textbook-writerlisted

# LaTeX Textbook Writer ## Shared narrative rules Read and follow [the shared narrative and evidence rules](../shared/narrative-and-evidence.md). Apply the direct, reader-facing style when explaining mathematical content; do not add process-oriented or defensive source disclaimers to the textbook. Professional assistant for writing mathematical textbooks using XeLaTeX with proper formatting, structure, and narrative style. ## Overview This Skill provides comprehensive guidance for writing mathematics textbooks with: - Professional box styles (definitions, theorems, examples, remarks) - Correct color scheme (definitions in green, theorems in orange, examples in blue) - Academically standard narrative style (explanation before definition, interwoven narrative and boxes) - English and Chinese template support ## When to Use Use this Skill when creating or modifying: - Mathematics textbook chapters - LaTeX formatting for theorems, definitions, proofs - Professional styling for academic papers - Projects requiring Chinese/English mathematical typesetting ## Language Settings (Critical!) When using `ctex` package for Chinese support, theorem names and figure captions automatically become Chinese. **Always add these overrides for English documents:** ```latex \usepackage{ctex} \usepackage{amsmath,amssymb,amsthm} \renewcommand{\proofname}{Proof} % Force English "Proof" \renewcommand{\contentsname}{Contents} % Force English "Contents" \usepackage{caption} \captions