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How to Export from Overleaf to PapersFlow (ZIP Migration Guide)

Move your Overleaf project in minutes: download the project ZIP, import it into PapersFlow, and keep your LaTeX structure, figures, and bibliography.

Download your Overleaf project as a ZIP and import it into PapersFlow to keep writing with paper-aware AI, bibliography checks, and your research library in one place.

How to Export from Overleaf to PapersFlow (ZIP Migration Guide)

1) Don’t lose structure (main .tex, sections, figures, bibliography) 2) Don’t lose momentum (keep writing immediately after the move)

This is the fastest, lowest-friction migration path: ZIP export → import.

1) Open the project you want to migrate 2) Use the project menu option to download the source as a ZIP 3) Save that ZIP locally

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I download my Overleaf project?
In Overleaf, open the project menu and download the source as a ZIP. This includes your .tex files, figures, and .bib.
What files should be inside the ZIP?
At minimum: your main .tex, any included .tex files, figures, and your .bib file. Keep relative paths intact.
Will my bibliography work after import?
Usually, yes if the .bib is included and your bibliography paths are correct. If your project relies on external build steps or special flags, you may need minor adjustments.
Can I go back to Overleaf later?
Yes. Keep the ZIP as a portable backup, and export your project from PapersFlow whenever you need.

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