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*.rubbercache
rubber.cache

## Overleaf (online LaTeX editor)
.overleaf/
*.synctex.gz.tmp
*.lock
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The pattern *.lock is too broad and could inadvertently ignore legitimate lock files from other tools (e.g., package managers, build tools, or other LaTeX tools). Consider using a more specific pattern like .overleaf/*.lock or documenting which specific Overleaf lock files this targets. If Overleaf generates lock files with a specific naming pattern, use that instead.

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The pattern *.partial is too broad and could inadvertently ignore files that users or other tools intentionally create with '.partial' extensions. Consider using a more specific pattern that targets only Overleaf-generated partial files, such as a specific naming convention or location (e.g., .overleaf/*.partial), if Overleaf generates these files with a predictable pattern.

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The pattern *.upload is too broad and could inadvertently ignore files from other upload-related workflows or tools. Consider using a more specific pattern that targets only Overleaf-generated upload files, such as .overleaf/*.upload or a more specific naming pattern if Overleaf uses one.

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## Build tool directories for auxiliary files
# latexrun
latex.out/
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