Real-time editing

Write in the same files at the same time: every change shows up instantly for the others.

How it works

As soon as several members have the same project open, their changes to text files (.tex, .bib…) are synced live. No need to lock a file or merge versions: everyone can write anywhere.

The Collaboration tab of the Tools panel (More menu) shows who is online. When you're alone, it says so: "Only you are editing right now".

Compiling together

Everyone compiles whenever they like and sees the project's PDF as it is at that moment. A compilation doesn't get in the way of others typing.

Using the assistant together

Every member can use the assistant; the AI is charged to the credits of the person who makes the request. To avoid surprises, tell your co-authors before a big AI change (restructuring, full translation…) and save a version first.

Limits

• Binary files (images, PDFs) aren't edited in real time; uploading or replacing them updates the project for everyone.
• To work offline, export the project (Export (zip)), then upload your files again.

Keep a record

Before a group writing session, save a version: see Version history.