Plain Text Editor

Plain Text Editor is a minimalist application for creating and editing UTF‑8 plain‑text files on macOS, iOS, and visionOS. It deliberately omits rich‑text features, focusing on a clean writing experience with options such as optimal line spacing, word‑count display, translucent background, and a “brain‑dump” mode that hides editing distractions. The window can be kept on top, supports dark and light appearances, and allows tabbed documents on macOS.

The software is intended for developers or anyone who needs a simple, distraction‑free notepad for quick idea capture, short notes, or lightweight drafting. It is not designed for handling very large files or advanced formatting, and it does not include spellchecking, Markdown highlighting, or typewriter‑style centering.

Distinctively, the editor offers a universal purchase across Apple platforms, preserves open documents according to standard macOS document‑app behavior, and provides a command‑line alias for opening files directly. It remains free‑tier and stable, with a focus on simplicity over feature breadth.