Using latexmk.py as builder for Texlipse

Using //latexmk.py// as builder for Texlipse

Introduction

You have to configure latexmk.py as a builder one-time in your workspace. Then you can import the custom builder into each LaTeX-Project you create.

Workspace configuration

• Choose Run > External Tools > External Tools Configurations...

• First rightclick on Program, then select New.

• Now specify a name for your builder (default: "latexmk.py").

• Under location you have to define the path to your Python executable.

• Choose the working directory as directory of your current project by selecting Variables and then project_loc.

• As arguments you have to insert first "/path/to/python/Scripts/latexmk.py" and as last ".texlipse". Between these two arguments you can add additional options. See CommandlineHelp for details. You can add project specific options, too.

• Choose Apply and then Close. Don't run your configuration!

Project settings

• Open the project properties and choose Builders

• Disable Latex Builder and pass the warning. Then choose Import..
• Choose your created builder and select OK.

• With Edit... you can pass project specific options to latexmk.py and configure the Eclipse Build Options.

• If you want your builder run on auto build, you have to specify it under Build Options.

• Your Builder configuration should now look like this.

• Your project now will be built with latexmk.py when you press "Ctrl+B" or automatically, if you configured auto build.