The best applications for writing text on Mac: Byword, iA Writer, WriteRoom and other

One of the first tasks that humanity has placed "on the shoulders of machines" after the mass distribution of personal computers - has been set texts. Writers, journalists and other people who have had long and often have to tinkering with texts, just relieved. It was so great to be able to edit the text as you like, without having to retype the whole page.

Now, at our disposal a wide range of tools for the job. Convenience of modern text editors improved functionality and increased significantly in comparison the first application, replace typewriters. For OS X written a large number of worthy editors focused on professional writing texts that select the appropriate it may be quite difficult for you. Therefore, we have selected the most popular ones and prepared a comparative review.

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Byword

Byword - it is one of the simplest and is not overloaded with unnecessary functionality of applications for working with texts. It supports Markdown, as well as synchronization with iCloud. What's more important, a byword iOS-version, install it on your iPad or iPhone - you'll have the opportunity to work in any free minute, having always at hand a tool. Settings byword, as most of these applications, a minimum set of options. You can select the day or night design theme, adjust the size and font style and width of the text block. In addition, you can improve the byword for $ 5 to the premium version, which will soon publish a written article. Supports WordPress, Tumblr, Blogger, Scriptogram.

If you are looking for a simple, "sharpened" by writing the text of the annex - Byword is an excellent choice.

iA Writer

iA Writer developers do not chase for high functionality, but rather bet on focusing on the process of writing. There is a special mode Focus, The essence of which lies in the emphasis of the current proposal, while the rest of the text is blurred, allowing not to be distracted by it. Another interesting feature is the iA Writer Reading TimeWhich roughly calculates the time it takes to read the text you write. It will be useful to you if you write any report, for the calculation of the time allotted for speeches. In addition, the application supports almost mandatory functions: Markdown, sync with iCloud and is iOS-version of the application. You can export the text in a Microsoft Word format if desired.

iA Writer is well suited for students, pupils and people who need to concentrate at work.

WriteRoom

WriteRoom - is another simple app for writers, which has the support of both the previous Markdown. Settings allow you to change the design theme (you can set your image), sounds and adjust the font display. Like iA Writer, WriteRoom word counts and displays the time it takes to read the text entered in the document. In addition to this, WriteRoom is a function of tracking time spent on the writing of a document. This data can be exported into a table if desired. Versions for iPhone and iPad is also available, by the way it is free.

If you need support for Markdown and customizable appearance - WriteRoom you enjoy.

Clean Writer Pro

The next challenger - Clean Writer Pro. It is a lightweight application that when writing the text focuses on the current paragraph (as opposed to the focus on offer in iA Writer), making the rest of the text is blurred. As usual, we offer several themes to choose from and the ability to configure the font (typeface, size) - that will be enough for the casual user. Also, Clean Writer Pro has support for Markdown and the version for iOS.

it is possible to recommend the application for undemanding writers and lovers of minimalism. In addition, it is very affordable as its iOS-version. Perhaps the most expensive app of all mentioned today.

ulysses III

Now output "heavyweight", it can be called Ulysses III, in comparison with other editors. Ulysses III is a fully featured application for writing, keeping your word, organizing and sorting. You have full control over how to write down where it is stored, and how you can interact with it. With the list of features of this app Markdown markup support, live preview, grupppy, filters and more. For those who write large and complex article, Ulysses III has the function of footnotes and citations. iOS-version of Ulysses III is not present, but if inspiration came to you in that moment when you're away from the Mac, Ulysses III can be synchronized with the iOS-app Daedalus Touch.

Very serious app for those who write a lot and requires constant interaction with the written. The high price is absolutely justified by the broadest functionality and pays off.

Scrivener

Another heavyweight - Scrivener. This application is very similar to Ulysses III, it also has a format «all-in-one» and provides set of features for those who are churning out really serious texts like theses, scripts or novels. Besides Markdown's, he has the support of MLA and APA styles that will be useful for pupils, students and other people who need to write a large amount raznooborazyh texts. Interface settings allow you to choose a theme, font style, etc. There is an interesting feature CorkboardThat displays all of your documents notes pinned to corkboard. You can track the progress of the writing of the text, not just the words and symbols, and their number is to achieve a certain goal. It is perfect for writing theses, books, or other surround text. Incidentally, in the text, you can insert formulas and other complex special characters.

If the broadest functionality is not something for which you are willing to compromise - Scrivener uniquely for you.

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Perhaps you're wondering what editor I use to write their articles? It is not a secret, and you've probably seen in the screenshots to other notes moii my favorite - Byword. enough for me, it features them there as much as you need me. But everyone has different needs and different needs, so everyone needs to choose for himself. I hope I'm a little bit easier for the writer's choice of your ideal application.

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