Navigating the Future of Technology: Overleaf online LaTeX editor helps with academic paper writing
June 20,2023 Features
Content by Richard CHEN, Library
Edited by GONG Weifan, Library
Updated 1730 CST June 20, 2023
Edited by GONG Weifan, Library
Updated 1730 CST June 20, 2023
Are you tired of grappling with formatting and layout issues while writing academic papers? Or perhaps you've struggled to collaborate effectively with multiple authors? Well, you'll be pleased to know that help is at hand! Allow us to introduce you to Overleaf - the online LaTeX editor that's now available through the Library.
Built specifically for the academic community, Overleaf offers a range of powerful features designed to ease the burden of writing and formatting academic papers. With its strict formatting guidelines and a wealth of templates to choose from, authors can focus on the content of their work without having to worry about the formatting details.
Don't just take our word for it - join the thousands of researchers and writers who have already made the switch to Overleaf. Experience a more streamlined and efficient approach to academic writing today!
Over the past six months, Overleaf's usage data has revealed some impressive insights that speak to its effectiveness as an academic writing tool. In fact, the numbers are so compelling that we're confident you'll want to make the switch to Overleaf yourself!
With a monthly average of over 400 active library users, it's clear that Overleaf has become a go-to choice for many in the academic community. And the number of projects edited has steadily increased from a monthly average of over 2000 earlier this year to around 3400 - a testament to the growing popularity of this online LaTeX editor.
These statistics leave no doubt that Overleaf is a powerful and indispensable tool for anyone engaged in academic paper writing. So why not join the many satisfied users who have already discovered its efficiency and convenience? Make the switch to Overleaf today and experience the benefits for yourself!


Overleaf is a versatile tool that can benefit anyone engaged in academic writing, regardless of their academic level or field. Whether you're an undergraduate student or a researcher conducting research, Overleaf can help you produce high-quality papers that meet the rigorous standards of the academic community.
One of the key advantages of Overleaf is its rich templates and automated formatting functions, which make it easy to write various types of academic papers and research reports. Moreover, its powerful collaboration editing functions enable multiple people to edit the same paper simultaneously, making team collaboration more efficient and effective.
For graduate and doctoral students, Overleaf offers even more advanced features, such as support for mathematical and scientific symbols, and version control that allows for easy tracking and management of editing history. These features are essential for high-level academic paper writing, and can save students valuable time and effort when working on complex papers.
In conclusion, the Library's subscription to Overleaf provides a comprehensive and convenient solution for academic writing needs. With its powerful features, efficient collaboration tools, and support for various academic stages and fields, Overleaf is an indispensable tool for anyone looking to produce high-quality papers with ease. So why not give it a try and experience the benefits for yourself?