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Pseudocode Generator: Write Algorithms in LaTeX

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Writing Pseudocode in LaTeX

Professional algorithm presentation is essential for CS papers and theses. LaTeX offers powerful packages for pseudocode.

Two Main Packages

algorithm2e

Modern, flexible, highly customizable:

algorithmicx with algpseudocode

Traditional style, widely used:

algorithm2e Examples

Basic Algorithm

With Comments

algpseudocode Examples

Basic Structure

Functions and Procedures

Common Algorithm Patterns

Recursive Algorithm

Graph Algorithm

Styling Tips

Line Numbers

Algorithm Placement

Custom Keywords (algorithm2e)

Best Practices

  1. Use consistent naming conventions

  1. Add meaningful comments

  1. Include complexity analysis

  1. Number lines for reference

  1. Keep pseudocode at appropriate abstraction level

Write Algorithms with Octree

Octree makes algorithm writing easy:

  • AI helps structure your pseudocode

  • Real-time preview of formatted algorithms

  • Suggests correct package syntax

  • Export publication-ready PDFs

Try it at https://useoctree.com