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A free, distraction-free Mac app for quick notes and ideas, with no rich text clutter—just pure simplicity.

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Key Features

  • Clean writing space
  • Padded editor
  • Word counter
  • See-through background
  • Brain dump option
  • Tabbed notes

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Plain Text Editor - Simple Notepad for Mac user interface

Need a spot to jot down thoughts without the chaos of buttons, fonts, or formatting? Plain Text Editor is your Mac’s minimalist dream—a free app that strips writing down to the essentials. Open it up, and you’ve got a clean, distraction-free canvas perfect for quick notes, random ideas, or that late-night brain dump. No rich text, no fuss—just comfy line spacing, a word count in the corner, and tabs to keep your thoughts organized. Whether you’re a student scribbling lecture bits, a writer sketching outlines, or just someone who hates bloated apps, this little tool stays light and focused. With a translucent look, a stay-on-top option, and macOS-native vibes, it’s the notepad you’ll reach for when you just need to write—fast, free, and simple.

Why You’ll Love It

  • No Noise: A blank slate with zero distractions.
  • Comfy Padding: Easy-on-the-eyes editor spacing.
  • Word Peek: Tracks your count as you go.
  • See-Through: Translucent window for a cool twist.
  • Dump Zone: Brain dump mode for free-flow ideas.

What It Offers

  • Write Easy: Simple text with perfect spacing and tabs.
  • Style Lite: Translucent, pinnable, or dark/light modes.
  • Quick Tools: Word count, auto-save, and command-line access.
  • Mac Flow: Native feel, light footprint, and regular updates.
  • No Clutter: Just what you need, nothing you don’t.

Perfect For

  • Note-Takers: Capture ideas on the fly.
  • Writers: Draft without the extras.
  • Students: Jot quick lecture notes.
  • Minimalists: Love a tool that stays basic.

Get Started

  1. Download: Grab it free from the App Store.
  2. Install: Drag it to Applications and open.
  3. Write: Start typing—your notes save automatically.
  4. Tab It: Add tabs for more ideas, no fuss.

System Requirements

  • macOS 11 (Big Sur) or higher
  • 4GB RAM minimum
  • Works on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs

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