Overview
Overleaf is an online platform that functions as a collaborative, real-time editor for LaTeX, a markup-based document preparation system used for creating technical and scientific documents. Overleaf enables multiple users to write and edit documents simultaneously in a browser, providing instant previews and seamless integration with templates for articles, theses, and other academic or technical writings.
University of California, Los Angeles, is providing Overleaf Professional features for all active students, faculty and staff who would like to use a collaborative, online LaTeX editor for their projects.
Claim your Overleaf Professional upgrade by signing into the UCLA Overleaf Commons Portal: https://www.overleaf.com/edu/ucla.
Primary Benefits
- Real-time collaboration: Multiple collaborators can write and edit the same document simultaneously—no version-control hassles.
- No software installation or setup: Overleaf operates in the browser, so there's no need to download anything.
- Live compile and preview: Changes appear instantly, lowering LaTeX frustration and providing faster feedback.
- Professional templates: Built-in templates for papers, theses, posters, and slides help students follow best practices.
- Cloud access & sharing: Work is saved online, easy to share via link, and available from any device.
Pricing
Overleaf is paid for by the University. It is available to instructors, staff and active students at no cost.
Getting Started
Review the quick start guides for students, researchers, and instructors in the Quick Start tab on the UCLA Overleaf Commons Portal.
