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iA Writer

Plain text. Full ownership. Total focus.

4.8•31 reviews•

1.6K followers

Plain text. Full ownership. Total focus.

4.8•31 reviews•

1.6K followers

Work & Productivity

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Note and writing apps

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Writing assistants

“iA Writer creates a clean, simple and distraction-free writing environment for when you really need to focus on your words. It’s delightful to use.” – The New York Times

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ia.net/writer App Store GitHub

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iA Writer Launches

iA Writer 7 How can you tell if a text was written by a human being?

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4.8

Based on 31 reviews

Review iA Writer?

iA Writer is highly praised for its simplicity and distraction-free environment, making it a favorite among users for writing and note-taking. The app's minimalist design and Markdown support are frequently highlighted as key strengths. According to the makers of Mattebox, iA Writer serves as a foundational tool for writing and project management. Users appreciate its intuitive interface and real-time preview functionality, which enhance the writing experience. Overall, iA Writer is celebrated for its focus on the essentials, allowing users to concentrate on their words.

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simple interface (6)

markdown support (4)

minimalist design (4)

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easy to use (3)

dianne mandahinog

Very fantastic

2yr ago

used iA Writer to build

(95 points)

iA Writer is where all written copy begins, and it also serves as my project management system and PKM. I have over 25 Markdown documents that begin with the word "Mattebox," ranging from to-do lists to marketing copy.

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