OpenLeaf is a private, local-first LaTeX editor with an Overleaf-style workflow, live PDF preview, SyncTeX, document graphs, bibliography tools, and offline project storage.
git clone https://github.com/vicky157/openleaf.git
cd openleaf
npm install
npm start
You also need a LaTeX engine. See Getting started for the recommended installation and your first document.
| Guide | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Getting started | Installation, the app window, and your first document |
| Keyboard shortcuts | Every shortcut and the command palette |
| Document graph | Document structure and broken-link detection |
| LaTeX engines | Choosing and configuring a compiler |
| Configuration | Settings, file layout, and environment variables |
| Security and privacy | OpenLeaf’s local security boundaries |
| API reference | HTTP endpoints for local automation |
OpenLeaf is free and open-source software released under the MIT License.