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Use Lingo in Docs

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I. Intro
Lingo is an online encyclopedia that aggregates an organization's information in one place, where it can be edited by organization members. On the Lark desktop app, you can view, create, and edit Lingo entries in a document. For more information on Lingo, see Lingo user guide.
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II. Steps
View entries
  1. Open the document. A dotted line under a word indicates there is a Lingo entry for that word.
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  1. Click the word to bring up its Lingo card with the word's definitions. Click the ··· More icon in the upper-right corner of the card, and click View in Lingo to open it in Lingo.
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When there are multiple definitions for an entry, they will be displayed on the card. If you have edit permission for the document, you can click the Pin to top icon next to the definition to pin it to the top and other users will see this definition first in the document.
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To show multiple definitions again, click the icon on the entry card, and then click the Unpin icon next to the pinned definition.
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Create entries
You can use the following methods to create an entry:
Method 1: Hover over a word with a dotted underline to bring up its Lingo card, click the ··· More icon in the upper-right corner and click Create Entry.
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Method 2: In a document, select the text you want to add as a new Lingo entry and click the icon > Create Lingo Entry.
  • When the selected text is fewer than or equal to 25 characters, it will be added as an entry name.
  • When the selected text is more than 25 characters, it will be added as the definition.
Note:
  • If you only have permission to copy the content in a document, you can only see the Create Lingo Entry option, but will not be able to add the selected text as a Lingo entry.
  • If you select images or other non-text content (such as a mind map), the Create Lingo Entry option will not appear.
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After a Lingo entry is created, you can go to the Lingo contribution center to view your contributions.
  • If the administrator approves your submission, then your entry will be added to Lingo and you'll receive a notification from the Lingo bot.
  • If the administrator rejects your submission, then you will receive a notification from the Lingo bot. You have the option to revise your submission and send it again for approval.
Edit entries
Find or enter the word that has already been created as an entry in the document. Click the word, and then click the Edit entry icon on the entry card. You will be redirected to the entry editing page. Modify the entry and click Complete.
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Ignore entries
If you don't want to see the definition of an entry, click the word, and click the ··· More icon in the entry card > Hide Underline.
The collaborators in the document will no longer see the underline and definition of the entry.
Note: You won't be able to restore the underline.
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III. FAQs
Can external users see Lingo entries and cards in my document?
No. For data security purposes, only members within your organization can view your organization's Lingo entries and cards. External users will not see any dotted underlines.
How do I turn off Lingo notifications in Docs?
If you opened the document in a web browser, click your profile photo in the upper-right corner of the document, click Settings, and turn off Lingo. If you opened the document on the desktop app, click your profile photo in the upper-left corner, and then click Settings > Efficiency. De-select Docs under Enable Lingo. Turning off Lingo in Docs from the mobile app is not supported.
Can I add or edit Lingo entries on the mobile app?
No, you can't add or edit Lingo entries from the mobile app. Use the desktop app if you'd like to make changes.
Why aren't Lingo entries in the comments of my documents underlined?
It may be because you are using an old version of the document. Only upgraded Docs supports Lingo entries in comments. Additionally, Lingo entries that are created after a comment is posted will not retroactively show up in the comment.
Written by: Lark Help Center
Updated on 2025-04-03
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