Archimedes

Archimedes is a native macOS editor that combines plain‑text Markdown authoring with a LaTeX‑style math mode. It offers a fast syntax highlighter, keyboard shortcuts for inserting images and links, and full Markdown support for structuring and formatting documents. The math mode accepts a subset of LaTeX commands—over 700 of them—and provides autocomplete and automatic matching of braces, brackets, and parentheses, letting users write equations with $$ delimiters.

For users who prefer a visual approach, the app includes a “Magic Type” feature that recognizes hand‑drawn symbols on a trackpad and inserts the corresponding LaTeX code. A live preview pane renders the document in real time, with selectable orientation, custom themes, and dark‑mode support. A built‑in math library displays available commands and their previews, while a macro system lets users define custom shortcuts that appear in the autocomplete list.

Additional tools include a Navigator for quick section jumps via a table of contents, sharing options through email, iMessage, or AirDrop, and export capabilities. The application is positioned for writers, researchers, and students who need an integrated environment for creating technical documents on macOS.