TeX, LaTex Viewer and Editor

Free LaTeX viewer, editor for your browser. It allows you to create and manage LaTeX file directly on browser and generate a PDF.

TeX, LaTeX Viewer and Editor - Free LaTeX Editor Chrome Extension

The extension 'TeX, LaTeX Viewer and Editor' is a platform that allows browsing, editing, and creation of LaTeX documents directly from your browser. It supports input of both plain TeX and LaTeX files and outputs documents in PDF format. Its connection to Google Drive provides easy file management. This tool also offers LaTeX command auto-complete for convenient editing. The motive behind TeX's design was to enable the production of high-quality books with minimal effort while having uniformity in results across all computers, making this extension perfect for individuals across various professional fields.

Extension stats

Manifest V2
Users: 10,000+
Rating: 3.44
(43)
Version: 1.0.1.2 (Last updated: 2018-04-02)
Creation date: 2018-04-02
Permissions:
  • unlimitedStorage
Size: 11.90K
URLs: Website
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

User reviews

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Pros
  • Simple interface that is easy to use for basic tasks
  • Helpful for collaboration and using on Chromebook
  • Solved specific problems for some users, like PDF export
  • Encouragement for the developer due to the potential of the app
Cons
  • Limits on file upload size (5 MB)
  • Requires disabling ad blockers, which doesn't always resolve issues
  • Interface windows (PDF viewer and editor) are not resizable leading to usability issues
  • Cannot handle multiple .tex files simultaneously
  • Errors in processing files and a lack of helpful documentation
Most mentioned
  • PDF viewer window should be resizable
  • Error difficulties and usage of .lyx files
  • Need for better integration with Google Drive
  • Limitations of file size when uploading
  • The necessity to disable ad blockers for functionality
User reviews
Nunca vi este tipo arquivo na minha vida e usei a extensão para exportar em PDF. Resolveu meu problema. Obrigado.
by Nero Correa, 2021-08-27

yay i can use it on a chromebook now! had to sacrifice my adblocker though.
by Em, 2021-06-18

Can't upload files larger than 5 MB.
by עומר אלבז, 2020-10-09
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Extension safety

Risk impact

TeX, LaTex Viewer and Editor does not require any sensitive permissions.

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Risk likelihood

TeX, LaTex Viewer and Editor has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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