Exporting Documents

The Write workspace lets you export your documents in multiple formats suitable for submission, collaboration, and archival. You can download your work at any point during the writing process.

How to Export

1. Open the document you want to export in the Write workspace at /write.
2. Click the Export button (marked with a download icon) in the toolbar.
3. The export dialog opens, showing format options and a file name field.
4. Enter a base file name (or accept the default based on your document title).
5. Select your desired export format.
6. Click Download to save the file to your computer.

Available Formats

Markdown (.md) -- The native format of the Write workspace. Exports your document exactly as it appears in the editor, with all Markdown syntax preserved. This format is ideal for version control systems, static site generators, and other Markdown-compatible tools.

Microsoft Word (.docx) -- A formatted Word document suitable for sharing with collaborators, submitting to journals, or further editing in Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Headings, bold, italic, lists, and other formatting are converted to Word styles.

PDF (.pdf) -- A fixed-layout document suitable for formal submission and archival. The PDF preserves your formatting and is not editable by recipients, making it appropriate for final versions.

LaTeX (.tex) -- A LaTeX source file for researchers who use TeX-based typesetting systems. The export converts Markdown headings to LaTeX sectioning commands, preserves formatting, and generates a compilable document. This format is commonly used for mathematics, physics, and computer science publications.

File Naming

The export dialog pre-fills a base file name derived from your document title. You can edit this name before downloading. The system automatically sanitizes the name to remove special characters that might cause issues with file systems.

The appropriate file extension (.md, .docx, .pdf, or .tex) is appended automatically based on your format selection.

Formatting Considerations

When exporting to Word or PDF, be aware of the following:

• Markdown headings (#, ##, ###) are converted to corresponding heading levels in the output format.
• Bold, italic, and list formatting transfers directly.
• Code blocks are preserved with monospace formatting.
• Images referenced by URL in Markdown may not be embedded in all export formats. For reliable image inclusion, use the Word or PDF format.
• LaTeX export produces a basic document structure. If you need a specific journal template or class file, you may need to adjust the LaTeX output manually.

Sharing Documents

Exported documents can be shared through any standard file-sharing mechanism -- email, cloud storage, or learning management systems. AcaTrove does not currently offer real-time collaborative editing, so the export-and-share workflow is the primary way to collaborate on document content with people outside AcaTrove.

For documents managed within AcaTrove, use the Documents section to organize and access your saved work. See Document Library Overview for details.

Tips

• Export to Markdown for backup and version control. Markdown files are small, portable, and easy to diff.
• Export to Word when sharing with collaborators who do not use Markdown editors.
• Export to LaTeX if your target journal or conference requires TeX submissions.
• Save your document in AcaTrove before exporting to ensure the latest version is captured in both the platform and your local file.