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TikZ Editor vs LaTeXiT
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
TikZ Editor
8.0WYSIWYG editor for TikZ diagrams in LaTeX
LaTeXiT
6.0Graphical interface for LaTeX
| Metric | TikZ Editor | LaTeXiT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Developer Tools | Developer Tools |
| AI Score | 8.0 | 6.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 78 | 137 |
| 90-day Installs | 78 | 421 |
| 365-day Installs | 78 | 2.1K |
| Version | 0.5.2 | 2.16.6 |
| Auto-updates | No | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 289 | 5 |
| GitHub Forks | 8 | - |
| Open Issues | 4 | - |
| License | MIT | — |
| Language | TypeScript | Objective-C |
| Last GitHub Commit | 8d ago | 6mo ago |
| First Seen | Jun 25, 2026 | Jul 31, 2013 |
Reviews
TikZ Editor
TikZ Editor is a WYSIWYG editor for creating and editing TikZ diagrams in LaTeX, offering a visual interface for those who work with LaTeX figures. It parses existing TikZ code, making it a valuable tool for researchers, educators, and students who need to create precise diagrams.
It provides a visual interface for creating and editing TikZ diagrams in LaTeX.
Pros
- + Visual interface for TikZ code
- + Real-time editing capabilities
- + Supports existing TikZ code parsing
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Low recent install numbers
LaTeXiT
LaTeXiT is a graphical LaTeX editor that simplifies the creation of mathematical and scientific documents, offering integration with other applications for enhanced productivity.
Provides a user-friendly interface for creating LaTeX-based documents, including equations and symbols.
Pros
- + Dedicated graphical interface for LaTeX editing
- + Auto-update feature ensures the latest version
- + Integration capabilities with other applications
Cons
- - Low GitHub engagement and community support
- - Unknown license status