For PhD Students

Write your dissertation,
not LaTeX code

TypeTeX handles the formatting so you can focus on your research. Real-time preview, AI assistance, and seamless advisor collaboration—all in your browser.

No credit card required · Import existing LaTeX files · Unlimited collaborators

Sound familiar?

The dissertation is hard enough. Your tools shouldn't make it harder.

Spending more time on formatting than writing

Write in a live preview—formatting happens automatically as you type

Waiting for LaTeX to compile after every change

Instant rendering means you see changes immediately, even in long documents

Advisor can't easily comment on drafts

Share a link—advisors comment directly in the document, no software needed

Dreading the 'formatting check' before submission

Templates handle university requirements; export submission-ready PDFs

Lost work from crashes or version confusion

Auto-save, version history, and named snapshots protect every word

Struggling to write when stuck on a section

AI drafting helps you get words on the page; you refine from there

Built for long-form academic writing

Everything you need to go from blank page to defended dissertation.

Instant preview

No compile wait. See your dissertation exactly as it will print, updating in real-time as you type.

Advisor collaboration

Share view or comment access with your committee. They see the formatted document and leave feedback inline.

Version history

Every edit saved automatically. Create named snapshots before major revisions. Never lose work.

AI writing assistance

Stuck on a section? AI helps draft, rephrase, or expand. You stay in control of your voice and ideas.

Citation management

Import from Zotero, Mendeley, or BibTeX. Insert citations as you write. Bibliography updates automatically.

Multi-chapter support

Organize by chapter. Reorder freely. Cross-references, TOC, and numbering update automatically.

Dissertation-ready features

TypeTeX handles the complex formatting that dissertations require. All the structural elements you need, generated automatically.

Browse Dissertation Templates
  • Table of contents
  • List of figures/tables
  • Chapter numbering
  • Cross-references
  • Bibliography generation
  • Appendices
  • Page numbering (roman + arabic)
  • Custom margins per section

Your dissertation journey

From first chapter to final defense—here's how TypeTeX supports each phase.

1
Getting Started

Set up your dissertation

Choose or customize a template that matches your university's requirements. Import your existing citations.

  • Start with a template close to your requirements
  • Import your Zotero/Mendeley library early
  • Set up your chapter structure
2
Writing Phase

Focus on content

Write chapter by chapter. Use AI to help when stuck. See your work formatted in real-time.

  • Write in any order—numbering is automatic
  • Use AI drafting for first passes
  • Create snapshots before major changes
3
Review Cycles

Collaborate with your advisor

Share access for feedback. Address comments directly in the document. Track what changed.

  • Share comment-only access for reviews
  • Use version history to see changes
  • Resolve feedback chapter by chapter
4
Final Submission

Export and submit

Generate your final PDF with all front matter, proper formatting, and accessibility features.

  • Run the pre-export checklist
  • Create a final named snapshot
  • Export to your required format

Frequently asked questions

Common questions from PhD students considering TypeTeX.

Can I use my university's specific formatting requirements?

Yes. You can customize templates to match specific margin, font, and spacing requirements. We're also building a library of university-specific templates.

What if my advisor doesn't know LaTeX or Typst?

They don't need to. Share a view-only or comment-enabled link. They see the formatted document in their browser and can leave feedback—no software installation required.

Can I import my existing LaTeX files?

Yes. TypeTeX can import .tex files. You can continue working in a familiar syntax or let the editor handle formatting for you.

How does the AI assistance work?

AI can help draft sections, rephrase awkward sentences, or expand bullet points into prose. You prompt it, review the output, and accept or modify. Your ideas, your voice—AI just helps you get unstuck.

What happens if I lose internet connection?

TypeTeX works offline. Your changes sync when you reconnect. Auto-save means you won't lose work.

Can multiple people edit at once?

Yes. Real-time collaboration means you and co-authors can work simultaneously. You'll see each other's cursors and changes as they happen.

Your dissertation deserves better tools

Stop fighting with formatting. Start making progress on your research.

No credit card required · Works offline · Import existing work

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