The writing room is here.

LocalLeaf editor showing LaTeX source, a compiled PDF, and collaborator chat

Open a project.Share one link.Compile where the files live.

Enter the room

One laptop becomes the room.

LocalLeaf is a host-powered LaTeX workspace. The host opens the project and compiler; approved guests join from a browser.

LocalLeaf Host home dashboard
LocalLeaf Host / HomeOpen a folder or import a ZIP

HostThe working project stays with the person who opened it.

GuestsJoin an approved live session with a normal browser.

OutputThe host compiles and shares the latest valid PDF preview.

A writing room
in four moves.

LocalLeaf session management with one verified invite link
LocalLeaf Host / Session

Writetogether.

Source, the latest PDF, and collaborator chat share one screen.

LocalLeaf collaborative editor and chat
LocalLeaf / Collaboration1 / 3
Host the project.
A chrome LocalLeaf host object

When the work is done, stop the live session. The project remains with the host.

Before you
open the room.

Short answers about the host, the guests, and where the work happens.

LocalLeaf Host runs on Windows or macOS. The host opens a LaTeX project, manages the live session, and runs the compiler.

Open the room.
A chrome LocalLeaf host object

Choose the host app for this computer.

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