Rendering combines template content, style commands, branding settings, and candidate data. Understanding this pipeline helps you diagnose output issues quickly.

Content resolution order

Template-specific latex_content if present
Template file_path content if configured
Structure-only fallback template for safe defaults

Style resolution behavior

If sty_content exists on a template, it is used. Otherwise the system falls back to the global vitae.sty style layer.

Branding and logo flow

Primary color can map through %%primary_color_hex%%
Logo output uses %%companylogo%% when show_logo is enabled

Preview vs final render

Preview validates template behavior quickly. Final render persists output and tracks render lifecycle state.

Validation tip

Always test with both short and long candidate profiles before publishing template changes.