> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://overleaf-pro.ayaka.space/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://overleaf-pro.ayaka.space/latex/knowledge-base/126-reviewing-and-reviewers-on-overleaf.md). # Reviewing and reviewers on Overleaf ## Introduction Want to collaborate on your Overleaf project and get clear feedback? This page will walk you through what a **Reviewer** is on Overleaf. We’ll show you how to use **Reviewing** to track changes and how to invite collaborators as reviewers so they can provide comments and suggestions without directly editing your content. This helps keep your project organized and makes collaboration easier! ## Step-by-step ### Current editing mode The icon in the top-right corner of the Overleaf editor shows your current editing mode. For the project owner, and anyone with edit access, the default here will be **Editing**. This means you have full access to modify the project. Other modes are **Reviewing**, the default for those with review access, and **Viewing**, for those with read-only access. ### Reviewer permissions **Reviewing** is the default mode for reviewers and can be alternated between for those with edit access. * **Collaborators who “Can review”**: Can only make and respond to comments and make tracked changes. Cannot change to **Editing**. * **Collaborators who** “**Can edit”**: Have the same restrictions as **Can Review** when in **Reviewing**, but can switch to **Editing** as needed. * **Project Owner**: Has the same restrictions as **Can Review** when in **Reviewing**, but can switch to **Editing** as needed. ### Changing your mode To switch modes, click the icon at the top-right of the Overleaf editor and choose from the options that appear. * If you have edit access, you can switch between **Editing** and **Reviewing**. * If you only have review or view access, you won’t be able to change your mode. ![Image showing how to change editing mode on Overleaf](/files/302j2rg6oEyBWs0Jy1Zs) Remember: * Switching to **Reviewing** automatically turns on **Track Changes** for you. To turn them off, switch back to **Editing**. * You might also want to switch to **Reviewing** when you’re finished with a project—to avoid accidentally changing the content. Your changes will still be tracked. ### Changing a collaborator’s mode When [sharing a project](/latex/knowledge-base/130-sharing-a-project.md) you can set the mode of the collaborator. This can be done when the invite is sent or after they have joined the project. #### Invitation access When you invite a collaborator to your project, you have the option to choose their level of access when sending the invitation. To make them a **Reviewer**, select **Can review** from the drop-down menu next to the **Invite** button. ![Inviting a collaborator and setting their editing mode](/files/wKl4HSzCFFVmjOl3XFqZ) #### Changing an existing collaborator to a Reviewer To change the permissions of someone who is already collaborating on your project, go to **Share**. Find the collaborator you want to change and select **Can review** from the drop-down menu next to their email address. ![Changing an existing collaborator to a reviewer](/files/tqjJjyrKYvXPzLCkQeCl) ## Good to know ### Can I turn Track Changes on for a collaborator? Yes, by switching their access to **Can review**. They can then only suggest tracked changes and add or respond to comments. ### Can I use this for all collaborators? The **Reviewer** role is currently only available for named collaborators. This means you can set a collaborator as a **Reviewer** when inviting them using their email, but not using link sharing. After a user has joined via link sharing, it is possible to update them to be a **Reviewer**. ### Can I change myself from being a Reviewer? The project owner has control over how others can interact with their work, you will need to contact them to change your access. ### Can a Reviewer add/create files? No, they can only make tracked changes and add comments. ### Is the Reviewer role available on the free plan? Yes, you can assign your one invited collaborator as a **Reviewer** but they will only be able to comment. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. 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