VISUAL EDITOR
Best-in-class
documentation editing tools
GitBook’s AI-native visual editor makes it easy to write, review, and publish technical content — with Markdown, real-time collaboration, version control, and Git workflows built in
FEATURES
A visual editor built for technical content
GitBook gives writers, developers, and subject-matter experts an intuitive way to create technical content together — without forcing everyone into the same workflow
collaboration tools
More than just a documentation editor
Create, review, localize, and maintain technical content with workflows and AI tools built directly into GitBook
FAQs
What is GitBook’s documentation editor?
GitBook’s editor is a block-based visual editor for creating and maintaining technical content. It supports Markdown, real-time collaboration, version history, AI-assisted reviews, and Git-based workflows.
Does GitBook support Markdown?
Yes. You can use Markdown syntax directly in GitBook and sync Markdown files with GitHub or GitLab through Git Sync.
Can developers edit GitBook content from their code editor?
Yes. Git Sync lets developers work in GitHub or GitLab while other contributors edit the same content in GitBook’s visual editor.
Does GitBook support version control and reviews?
Yes. GitBook includes branch-based change requests, reviews, merge rules, and page-level version history.
Can AI review documentation before it’s published?
Yes. GitBook Agent can work alongside editors to suggest content changes and review documentation before publication, including checks around accuracy and structure.
You can also add your team’s style guide to GitBook, and the Agent will check any updates against your custom rules when it reviews your changes.
