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30 Top N Things to know when using LyX
33 LyX comes with excellent documentation---please use it! Start with the
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45 , which will give you a very brief introduction to the documentation.
46 Then learn about using LyX with
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70 By design, it is different from regular word processors---in a way that
71 makes writing documents easier.
72 But only a little different, so don't be scared.
73 The documentation will make it all clear
77 Have we mentioned yet that you ought to read the documentation?
82 The output from LyX looks great! Select
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94 now to see for yourself.
97 Yes, LyX can mimic (almost) all LaTeX functionality.
98 And yes, LyX can import LaTeX files.
99 Experienced LaTeX users should skim the rest of the
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112 (Everyone else: don't worry, you don't need to know LaTeX to use LyX.)
115 LyX has lots of features for people who read or write a language other than
117 In addition, the keybindings, toolbar, and many other characteristics are
118 highly configurable (mostly by editing your
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138 The LyX home page is at
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148 Get information about LyX, subscribe to the LyX mailing list(s), take the
149 LyX Graphical Tour, and more.