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Welcome to \SpecialChar LyX
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Most important things to know when using \SpecialChar LyX

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\SpecialChar LyX
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 Then learn about using \SpecialChar LyX
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Tutorial
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\SpecialChar LyX
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 By design, it is different from regular word processors — in a way that
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 But only a little different, so don't be scared.
 The documentation will make it all clear.
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The output from \SpecialChar LyX
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[PDF
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 now to see for yourself.
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Yes, \SpecialChar LyX
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 And yes, \SpecialChar LyX
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 Experienced \SpecialChar LaTeX
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 chapter.
 (Everyone else: don't worry, you don't need to know \SpecialChar LaTeX
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\SpecialChar LyX
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http://www.lyx.org/
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 Get information about \SpecialChar LyX
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 Tour, and more.
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