> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.coherent.global/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.coherent.global/coherent-control/readme.md).

# Welcome to Coherent Control

Welcome to Coherent Control, a simple lightweight governance tool for managing spreadsheets. Control gives you the ability to manage master templates of files, lock down specific content and manage approval cycles for critical assets.

### Get Started

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