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# GitBook FAQ
#### How can I host/publish my book?
Books can easily be published and hosted on [GitBook.com](https://www.gitbook.com). But GitBook output can be hosted on any static file hosting solution.
#### What can I use to edit my content?
Any text editor should work! But we advise using the [GitBook Editor](https://www.gitbook.com/editor). [GitBook.com](https://www.gitbook.com) also provides a web version of this editor.
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#### Should I use an `.html` or `.md` extensions in my links?
You should always use paths and the `.md` extensions when linking to your files, GitBook will automatically replace these paths by the appropriate link when the pointing file is referenced in the Table of Contents.
#### Can I create a GitBook in a sub-directory of my repository?
Yes, GitBooks can be created in [sub-directories](structure.md#subdirectory). GitBook.com and the CLI also looks by default in a serie of [folders](structure.md).
#### Does GitBook supports RTL languages?
Yes, GitBook automatically detect the direction in your pages (`rtl` or `ltr`) and adjust the layout accordingly. The direction can also be specified globally in the [book.json](config.md).
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#### Does GitBook support Math equations?
GitBook supports math equations and TeX thanks to plugins. There are currently 2 official plugins to display math: [mathjax](https://plugins.gitbook.com/plugin/mathjax) and [katex](https://plugins.gitbook.com/plugin/katex).
#### Can I customize/theme the output?
Yes, both the website and ebook outputs can be customized using [themes](themes/README.md).
#### Can I add interactive content (videos, etc)?
GitBook is very [extensible](plugins/README.md). You can use [existing plugins](https://plugins.gitbook.com) or create your own!
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