Enter TeX

What Enter TeX is

Enter TeX is a free Linux desktop editor for TeX and LaTeX documents, previously known as LaTeXila and GNOME LaTeX. LaTeX is currently well supported, while support for other TeX variants is described as a welcome addition. Configurable build tools compile documents, and the build view displays messages from that process. Selecting a message that refers to a file can open that file in the editor. Users can create personal templates stored in their local data directory. The Projects feature was re-implemented in 2026. Enter TeX uses the same libraries as gedit and Meson as its build system. Sébastien Wilmet identifies himself as the main developer. The project points contributors to GitLab for actionable tasks and GNOME Discourse for discussion, and disallows LLM use for contributions. LaTeX completion was described as buggy under Wayland in March 2026.

Who it suits

It suits Linux users writing LaTeX documents who want configurable compilation tools, build messages and local templates. Contributors should note the project’s GitLab, GNOME Discourse and LLM-use policies.

Limits

The free plan is listed as free, and no free trial is offered. LaTeX completion was described as buggy under Wayland in March 2026, and LaTeX is the currently well-supported format.

Getting started

1. Visit the Enter TeX project website.
2. Use a Linux platform.
3. Choose the free Enter TeX plan, listed as free.
4. Write a LaTeX document and configure build tools to compile it.

Verdict

Enter TeX focuses on LaTeX editing and document building on Linux without a paid plan. Its Wayland completion issue and narrower format support are important considerations.