LaTeX Editor

Project Settings

  1. Click the settings icon to choose the compile method for each project.
  2. Set the compile format, main .tex file, and enable document checking before you start editing.
    1. Compile Format
      1. pdfLaTeX: This is the default compile format.
      2. XeLaTeX: Use this format for custom fonts and smooth multilingual support.
      3. LuaLaTeX: Use this format for complex control and automation with built-in programming code.
    2. TeX Live Version: Select the TeX Live version used for compilation.
    3. Text-only Compilation: Compiles only the text, without images, so you can check the PDF faster.
    4. Main .tex File: This is the primary .tex file in your project that will be used to generate the final PDF.
      1. Once you select a main file, compilation will begin immediately using the selected version.
    5. Document Checker: LaTeX documents are scanned for syntax and command errors in real time, helping you identify and fix issues quickly.
  1. File
    1. Rename
    2. Copy
    3. Delete
  2. Folder
    1. Rename
    2. New file
    3. New folder
    4. Upload files
    5. Upload folder
    6. Copy
    7. Delete
  3. Move Folder
    1. Drag the folder you want to move

Tutorial & Shortcuts

Tutorial

  • Take the tour again: Replays the guide shown the first time you open a project.
  • What's new: Shows the guide to Murfy's new features.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Use Ctrl on Windows and Linux, and ⌘ on Mac.

FeatureWindows/LinuxMac
CopyCtrl + C⌘ + C
PasteCtrl + V⌘ + V
UndoCtrl + Z⌘ + Z
CompileCtrl + S⌘ + S
BoldCtrl + B⌘ + B
ItalicCtrl + I⌘ + I
Toggle Markdown previewCtrl + Shift + M⌘ + Shift + M

Compile

In the editor, you can instantly preview the rendered PDF output of your edits, as well as check for any errors or missing LaTeX commands in real time.

Real-Time Preview

  1. To instantly preview the content you're writing in the editor, press Ctrl + S.

    The rendered PDF will appear immediately on the right side of the screen.

  2. Alternatively, you can click the PDF Rendering button at the top right corner.

    This will also generate and display the rendered PDF on the right side.

Double-click in the editor to preview the content in the rendering area

Double-Click to Navigate and Highlight

  1. Double-clicking text in the editor will automatically highlight and focus the corresponding section in the rendered preview.
  2. Double-clicking text in the rendered preview will highlight and focus the matching section in the editor.

Choose a Layout

Use the Layout menu at the top of the editor to choose Split view, Editor only, or PDF only. Split view shows the editor and the PDF together.

Adjust Width and Height of the Rendered View

You can match the width and height ratio of the rendered PDF mode for optimal display.

Zooming in and out can be done using the control buttons, or freely adjusted with a trackpad or mouse wheel.

Adjust Panel Size Freely in Split Mode

In split mode, you can freely resize the editor and rendered PDF panels by clicking and dragging the feedback panel between them.

Check for Syntax Errors and Missing Commands

If the syntax checker is enabled in your project settings, you can detect grammar issues and missing LaTeX commands in real time as you write in the editor.

  1. You can view the Compile logs next to the Compile button.

  2. All, Error, Warning, and Raw logs are visually distinguished by different component colors.

    A status bar at the top displays the number of each type.

    Clicking on any component allows you to view detailed information about that status.

    1. When you click on an error message, you’ll be taken directly to the corresponding line in the editor.

Download as PDF

To download your paper, click the Download icon. The document will be saved to your local device.

File Outline

The file outline allows you to see the structure of the currently open .tex file at a glance, and quickly navigate to any section you want.