Sioyek: A Comprehensive PDF Viewer for Researchers and Students
Sioyek is an innovative and feature-rich PDF viewer designed primarily for individuals who frequently work with textbooks and research papers. This unique tool not only provides the basic capabilities of a PDF viewer but also includes advanced features tailored to enhance the reading and research process.
Installation
Installing Sioyek is straightforward and available for various operating systems including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Users can download the appropriate installer from the Releases page. Additionally, for those using macOS, there is a convenient Homebrew Cask option, enabling easy installation through the command brew install --cask sioyek.
For Linux users who prefer managing their software via package managers, Sioyek can be obtained from third-party packages available for various distributions such as Flathub, Alpine, Arch, Debian, NixOS, and openSUSE, among others. It's crucial to consider the source and possible variations across distributions when using these packages.
Documentation
For a thorough understanding of Sioyek’s capabilities and guidance on its functionalities, users can access the official documentation.
Video Demonstrations
To visualize Sioyek's features and functionality, users can explore two video demonstrations. The Feature Video Overview provides a general introduction, while the Tutorial Video offers an in-depth walkthrough.
Key Features
Quick Open
Easily search for and open PDFs you have previously interacted with, streamlining your workflow and saving time.
Table of Contents and Smart Jump
Navigate through the document's table of contents or jump directly to specific entries and references, even if the PDF isn't structured with hyperlinks.
Overview
Quickly access figures, references, and tables by right-clicking, bypassing traditional navigation limitations.
Marks and Bookmarks
Set marks to easily return to particular spots in a document. Marks are local to the document, whereas bookmarks are global.
Highlights and Search
Highlight important sections of your PDF in different colors, and search through these highlights to revisit key information.
Portals
For users with multiple monitors, portals allow simultaneous viewing of related sections of a document, enhancing comprehension and efficiency.
Customization
Tailor Sioyek to your preferences by modifying key bindings and user interface elements through configuration files.
Building Sioyek
Linux Systems
Building from source requires installing dependencies and cloning the repository. The specific steps vary by distribution, with detailed commands available for Fedora and generic Linux distributions.
Windows
Requires Visual Studio and Qt 5. After setting up the environment, users can clone the repository and build Sioyek using Visual Studio's development tools.
Mac
Utilizing Xcode, users can follow the Zsh script provided to install necessary components, build Sioyek, and prepare it for regular use.
Supporting Development
If Sioyek proves useful, users are encouraged to support its ongoing development. Donations can be made through platforms such as Buy Me a Coffee, ensuring that the tool can continue to evolve and improve.
Sioyek embodies a modern approach to interacting with PDFs, offering tools and features that cater to the needs of researchers and students. Its thoughtful design and extensive capabilities make it a valuable resource for anyone working extensively with digital documents.