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How do I edit and comment in real time with a collaborator?

Collaborating in real time allows multiple users to work on the manuscript simultaneously, making the editing process seamless and interactive. As changes are made, they appear instantly on the screen, giving all collaborators a live view of the content. Here’s how you can make the most of real-time editing and commenting:

Editing the Manuscript


All collaborators with editing permissions (owner, editor, and author roles) can add new content, modify existing text, or restructure sections of the manuscript. Changes are saved automatically, ensuring that no work is lost. Each collaborator's activity is tracked, so you can see who made specific changes and when.

Using Comments to Provide Feedback


Comments are a great way to suggest changes, share ideas, or provide feedback without altering the content directly. Users can highlight sections of text and leave comments to start a discussion or ask questions. Collaborators with the appropriate permissions can resolve comments once the suggestions have been addressed or delete them if no longer needed.

Tracking Live Changes


The editor provides indicators that show who is actively editing or commenting, such as coloured cursors and user names. This helps keep everyone aware of what’s happening in the document and allows for smooth collaboration, even when multiple people are working on the book at the same time.

Resolving Feedback


Collaborators can reply to comments to discuss suggestions or make further recommendations. Once the feedback has been implemented, the comment can be marked as resolved to clear it from the list, keeping the workspace organised.

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Updated on: 27/03/2025

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