Labguru's 'Local edit' tool changes how files are edited and documented in Labguru.

With this tool, all types of files can be opened directly from Labguru, given that the relevant software for opening them is installed on your computer. 

The ability to open and edit files from Labguru makes it extremely easy to work on experimental data while keeping it organised in Labguru. There is no need to go back and forth between programs, making the process seamless and more efficient.

To use the ‘Local Edit’ feature, first download the ‘EasyEdit2’ app and open it on your computer ('EasyEdit2' for Windows | 'EasyEdit2' app for Mac).

Install the app; when successful, the app’s flask icon will appear on your computer’s toolbar, and a new Labguru tab will open (in your default browser). If you are not logged in, you must log in first.

For any attachment in Labguru, click the small arrow on the right side of the name to open the dropdown menu. There, you can click on the ‘Local edit’ option to open the file for editing in the designated application.

You can work as you would normally, and all changes made while editing will be automatically saved in Labguru.

IMPORTANT: Make sure you only have one file open for editing. Editing several files at the same time might result in data loss. 

For private domains:

If your company/institute uses a private domain to run Labguru, set the correct URL by choosing 'Host Change' from the app's dropdown menu (the first image above).