Black Ink

Black Ink provides a native macOS environment for working with crossword puzzles in the Across Lite format. Users can fetch puzzle files from online sources, including well‑known publications, and open them directly in the application. The software supports full‑screen solving, live resizing, and a visual layout that highlights status and navigation cues.

In addition to on‑screen solving, Black Ink offers printing capabilities that generate a clean, book‑grade version of any loaded puzzle, allowing users to create physical copies for offline play. The interface includes customizable controls such as quick jumps to unsolved squares, direction toggles, and direct clue access by number entry.

The program runs on macOS 10.15.4 or later and includes dark‑mode support. It targets crossword enthusiasts of all skill levels, from casual solvers to experienced competitors, who prefer a desktop‑based workflow with integrated download, solve, and print functions.