LyX

lyx · v2.5.1,6 • deprecated

8.0

GUI document processor based on the LaTeX typesetting system

Productivity macOS 12+ Homepage →

brew install --cask lyx

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Trust Score 2/10

✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0

✗ Active development +0

✓ Licensed +1

✗ No auto-updates +0

✗ Deprecated +0

✓ Established (>1yr) +1

✗ Low installs +0

Version History

v2.5.1,6

9d ago2.5.0,6→2.5.1,6

Review

Mar 10, 2026

LyX is a powerful graphical document processor that combines the advanced typesetting capabilities of LaTeX with an intuitive user interface. Ideal for academic writers, researchers, and anyone needing precise control over document formatting.

Provides a user-friendly GUI for creating and editing documents with LaTeX-level formatting and typesetting.

Maturity: The project is mature, with active development and regular updates, though auto-updates are not supported.

Community: LyX has a strong following, with multiple high-profile mentions on Hacker News highlighting its ease of use and LaTeX integration. The community appears engaged and appreciative of its features.

Pros

+ Combines LaTeX's power with a graphical interface for easier document creation
+ Rich set of features for formatting and typesetting
+ Stable and actively maintained project