How-to

How to Convert LaTeX to Word

The fix

To convert LaTeX to a Word .docx, use Pandoc: pandoc paper.tex -o paper.docx. Add --citeproc --bibliography=refs.bib to resolve citations. Heavy custom LaTeX (TikZ, complex tables) may not translate cleanly and needs manual cleanup in Word afterwards.

Example

# LaTeX source to Word:
pandoc paper.tex -o paper.docx

# With a bibliography:
pandoc paper.tex --citeproc --bibliography=refs.bib -o paper.docx

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert LaTeX to Word?

Use Pandoc: pandoc paper.tex -o paper.docx. It converts text, sections, lists, and simple tables; add --citeproc with your .bib for citations. Review math and floats afterwards.

Why does my LaTeX math look wrong in Word?

Pandoc converts math to Word equations, but very complex expressions or custom macros can break. Simplify custom commands before converting, or fix the equations in Word.

Does TikZ convert to Word?

No — TikZ figures do not convert to editable Word graphics. Export them as images (PNG or PDF) and insert those into the Word document instead.

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