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title: "Plain Text Editor - Reviews, Revenue and Downloads in United States | Apple App Store"
description: "Simple distraction-free text editor without any rich text nonsense. The simplicity is a feature.   ■ Highlights  - No formatting. Just text. - Edit any plain text file like .txt, .csv, .md, etc - Opti"
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# Plain Text Editor — United States
> Simple notepad

![Plain Text Editor App Icon](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple221/v4/d7/e0/af/d7e0af20-0b7b-4954-b64b-34ad6baefac0/AppIcon-0-0-1x_U007epad-0-1-P3-85-220.png/434x0w.png)

**Developer:** [Sindre Sorhus](https://apptail.io/developer/sindre-sorhus-KX)
**Category:** Productivity
**Rating:** 4.3/5 (7 ratings)
**Price:** Free
**Bundle ID:** com.sindresorhus.Plain-Text-Editor
**Store:** Apple App Store
**Country:** United States
**Version:** 1.8.3 (released 2025-11-14)
**Original Release:** 2022-10-25
**Languages:** English

**App Store Link:** [Download on Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/app/id1572202501)
**AppTail Page:** [https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/united-states](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/united-states)

## Plain Text Editor Description
Simple distraction-free text editor without any rich text nonsense. The simplicity is a feature.


■ Highlights

- No formatting. Just text.
- Edit any plain text file like .txt, .csv, .md, etc
- Optimal line spacing and length
- Word count
- Brain dump mode


■ Known issues

The app does not have the ability to print because of iOS limitations.

Brain dump mode does not work properly with some Asian languages.


■ Brain dump mode

Lets you only write, but not delete or edit. This helps you focus on the actual writing instead of getting distracted with editing and nitpicking.


■ FAQ

‣ Can you add a typewriter mode (centered text)?

I don't plan to add that.

‣ Does it handle huge files?

No. The app is optimized for writing. Use a proper code editor for such files.


■ Support

You can contact me through the feedback button in the app.

## Plain Text Editor Screenshots
- [Screenshot 1](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource221/v4/91/94/b5/9194b580-5864-bf32-2ca4-732b181061da/Simulator_Screenshot_-_iPad_Pro_13-inch__U0028M4_U0029_-_2025-02-23_at_18.23.35.png/2064x2752.png)
- [Screenshot 2](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource211/v4/29/23/2e/29232ee4-ff6d-13cb-ea1a-4d56f761f822/Simulator_Screenshot_-_iPad_Pro_13-inch__U0028M4_U0029_-_2025-02-23_at_18.23.40.png/2064x2752.png)
- [Screenshot 3](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/PurpleSource211/v4/7e/6a/60/7e6a6082-668c-d9fb-8351-5fb413d10cc3/Simulator_Screenshot_-_iPad_Pro_13-inch__U0028M4_U0029_-_2025-02-23_at_18.23.51.png/2064x2752.png)

## Plain Text Editor Rating Breakdown in United States
- 5 stars: 5 (71%)
- 4 stars: 1 (14%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 stars: 1 (14%)

## Plain Text Editor Reviews in United States

### *---- "plain text editor experiences"
plain text editor experiences

This app has access to your entire file system from the get-go not as a choice after it opens. everything you own is exposed to this app when you first open it.

This app presents files it cannot possibly edit your PNG files as an example.

This app does not offer its own sandboxed storage solution. this apps filing system is your devices filing system and you can't keep them separated.

not an option to limit your devices file access. again everything is wide open from the get go.

Unless this app has access to your entire filing system it will not work, it will not create a new file.

out of the box this app is allowed access to your iCloud and your on my iPhone and cellular data. Think about that an app that doesn't need cellular data is given automatic permission to cellular data. You need to go to settings before you ever open this app and switch off cellular data. Think about that, this app is given free range of your filing system including files it has no ability to edit and cellular data.

Cannot paste into the rename input box. Cannot renamed once file is named from within the app.

The user interface will cover end of file making that inaccessible when the file exceeds screen height. 

There is no way to bring up the end of file and start to add text from there without finagling and gestures uncommon, gestures found by accident. I would like to see the end of file so I can place the cursing position and continue after correcting previous edit somewhere mid page but that doesn't happen.

There's no way to hide the user interface in order to allow a better reading/ proof experience.

there is no undo, redo navigation.

this app jumps cursor locations while reading and you will lose your focus in a heartbeat.

I created the the review for this app from within this app and our completion the back nav button is unresponsive. I am unable to go back and create another document I have to close the app down and restart, shame!

The app is AutoCorrect in my work. I'm told this is a simple text editor and it's correct in my work. These corrections are not improvements. These corrections are suggestions that don't relate to what I'm trying to write and I am unable to turn off this behavior.

I tried to save this document I used to create this review and it's not allowed. I get a message telling me there is no location available to write it rather than a prompt asking me where to store it!

after I close and open the app and I 
-- mynameisanymouse, 2025-09-06

### ***** "Nice app, would be nicer if the text line height can be adjusted"
The app is really nice and simple! I really like it. It would be nicer if there are options to adjust the line height. The current behavior is that the line height seems to be fixed no matter what size of the font is, so does the cursor height.
-- lptlk, 2025-08-13

### ***** "Another winner from Sindre!"
It’s like Christmas Day when Sindre drops a new app because you know it’s going to be something amazing! Plain Text Editor is no exception; it’s head and shoulders above every other app in its class and just delivers. Clean, simple, fast, and lightweight — what more can you ask for? This app immediately became my default text editor after I made a quick two letter shortcut via Alfred.

And of course it has Dark Mode, so my eyes are happy too. Thanks Sindre!
-- Ringading Kid, 2025-08-12

### ***** "Essential"
Intuitive and useful.
-- thebigdatajedi, 2025-05-15

### ****- "macOS autocorrect doesn’t work"
I like the concept of this app, and it’s beautifully designed and executed. But macOS autocorrect and word completion don’t work in it, which seems odd, since it’s a native app.
-- occasional downloader, 2025-05-11

### ***** "Very good"
I like having a modern execution of a good old text editor. Well engineered!
-- Sevikha, 2025-05-08

### ***** "Great replacement for Apple’s TextEdit"
Simple, opens quickly, does the job.

While I like editing Markdown in a more fully-featured editor with formatting and styles, I always end up needing a super fast app for plain text notes. Apple’s TextEdit has become slower and slower to open, and I just want something I can click on and (ideally, immediately) start typing. Plain Text Editor is about as perfect as I’ve found so far!

Thank you so much.
-- Iaian7, 2025-04-05

### ***** "Practical Dev"
Developer appreciates little things. He’ll make your life easier, and a few bucks contribution is worth that!
-- PhillyPhanPhorever, 2025-03-14

### **--- "Works ok…"
…but crashes trying to open a 10MB json file for me. That’s not even that big, honestly. Should be able to handle a 10MB json file if it wants to be taken seriously. Sorry :/
-- NefariousAryq, 2025-03-09

### ***** "great private text editor without baggae"
Been wanting a plain text app that doesn’t track you for a long time and it doesn’t disappoint 👍
-- kethle, 2025-02-28

### ***** "Plain and Simple"
I use this every day. I love Apple Notes, but sometimes I just need a no frills text editor that isn’t going to save everything I write down when I just need to make quick notes.
-- shmcknight, 2025-02-21

### ***** "Simply beautiful."
This is exactly what a simple text editor should be. The interface is beautiful and unobtrusive. The only nitpick I have is that when I configure the title bar to stay hidden, it often still shows up. Not a big deal, though. The app looks especially nice in translucent mode.
-- Supergenre, 2025-01-25

### ***** "de-fancifies styled text"
use mostly to create recipes copied from the internet. Scalable  Text is clean and uncluttered ready for transfer to a WP doc as desired. REALLY looking forward to the iOS incarnation =Peace=
-- macinsetex, 2025-01-01

### ***** "Excellent App"
what an amazing app, simple, fast elegant, perfect when you need just a place to dump text, quick note, finally I found a simple text editor.

Big thank you.
-- Amazin App., 2024-08-27

### ***** "Thanks for a simple text editor"
Apple's default text editor is for RTF formatted docs, so if you want to edit simple .txt files, Plain Text Editor is the tool.
-- BillInWebster, 2024-08-22

### ***** "NIce, simple interface"
Wide range of text editing features, and text editing only.
-- Un_ tubo, 2024-08-07

### ***** "Wow...."
First time an app is so good I searched for the delevoper.  And I found a list of the most elegant apps I've ever seen.  

This notes app is nicer looking than anything I've seen on any device.  It reminded me of a video called "Day of Glass" where everything was futuristic (despite this just taking notes).

Amazing work my friend, keep going strong!
-- Filterless1, 2024-06-02

### **--- "Can't print"
App works, looks pretty good, but doesn't have printing capabilities. That's lame
-- nhershy, 2024-05-07

### ***** "What I want where I want"
Hallelujah. Simple, plain text. No muss, no fuss, and I can save txt files where I need them instead of in some weird SQL library. Thank you.
-- MYOB97531, 2024-03-10

### ***** "Great App!"
This note-taking app is very beautiful and lightweight！
-- Harris Brandon, 2024-01-03

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## Plain Text Editor Store Rankings
| Chart | Country | Category | Rank |
|-------|---------|----------|------|
| Top Paid | United Kingdom | Productivity | #26 |
| Top Paid | Poland | Productivity | #319 |
| Top Paid | United Kingdom | Overall | #344 |

## Plain Text Editor Discovered Keywords
- plain text editor

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## Plain Text Editor Available In
- [United States](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/united-states)
- [Germany](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/germany)
- [South Korea](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/south-korea)
- [United Kingdom](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/united-kingdom)
- [Canada](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/canada)
- [Norway](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/norway)
- [Vietnam](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/vietnam)
- [Japan](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/japan)
- [Russia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/russia)
- [Switzerland](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/switzerland)
- [France](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/france)
- [Australia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/australia)
- [Czechia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/czechia)
- [Chile](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/chile)
- [China](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/china)
- [Colombia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/colombia)
- [Cyprus](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/cyprus)
- [Denmark](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/denmark)
- [Dominican Republic](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/dominican-republic)
- [Ecuador](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/ecuador)
- [Estonia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/estonia)
- [Egypt](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/egypt)
- [Spain](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/spain)
- [Finland](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/finland)
- [Greece](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/greece)
- [Hong Kong SAR China](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/hong-kong)
- [Hungary](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/hungary)
- [Indonesia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/indonesia)
- [Ireland](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/ireland)
- [Israel](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/israel)
- [India](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/india)
- [Iceland](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/iceland)
- [Italy](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/italy)
- [Kuwait](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/kuwait)
- [Kazakhstan](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/kazakhstan)
- [Lebanon](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/lebanon)
- [Sri Lanka](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/sri-lanka)
- [Lithuania](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/lithuania)
- [Luxembourg](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/luxembourg)
- [Latvia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/latvia)
- [Madagascar](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/madagascar)
- [North Macedonia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/north-macedonia)
- [Malta](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/malta)
- [Mauritius](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/mauritius)
- [Mexico](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/mexico)
- [Malaysia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/malaysia)
- [Namibia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/namibia)
- [Nigeria](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/nigeria)
- [Netherlands](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/netherlands)
- [Nepal](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/nepal)
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- [Poland](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/poland)
- [Portugal](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/portugal)
- [Paraguay](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/paraguay)
- [Qatar](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/qatar)
- [Romania](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/romania)
- [Saudi Arabia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/saudi-arabia)
- [Sweden](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/sweden)
- [Singapore](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/singapore)
- [Thailand](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/thailand)
- [Tunisia](https://apptail.io/app/plain-text-editor-UUXu/tunisia)
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