texttt
Formats text in a monospace (typewriter-style) font, commonly used for displaying code, computer input, or fixed-width content.
Overview
Essential for technical documentation and computer-related content where precise character spacing and distinction are important.
- Ideal for displaying file names, URLs, code snippets, or computer commands
- Maintains consistent character width, making it perfect for ASCII art or aligned text
- Commonly used in programming documentation to distinguish code elements from regular text
- Particularly useful when writing about computer interfaces, terminal commands, or technical specifications
Examples
Displaying computer code or commands inline.
Run the command \texttt{pip install numpy} to install NumPy.Showing file paths in a document.
Save the file to \texttt{C:\\Documents\\data.tex}Formatting variable names in technical documentation.
The variable \texttt{max\_iterations} controls the loop limit.