# arXiver

> iPad browser for arXiv pre-print research papers with category filtering. (iPhone/iPad app by Yuji Tachikawa.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arxiver/id378764355 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yuji Tachikawa](https://appshunter.io/developer/378764358)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 0 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-06-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arxiver/id378764355/reviews.md

## What is arXiver?

It's a browser of the preprint server arXiv, tailored for iPad.
It allows you to select select various categories, and to open the PDF in an external app.

## Key features

- Browse arXiv pre-prints
- Category selection
- Open PDFs externally
- iPad optimized interface

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arxiver/id378764355/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Okay, need bug fixes

*2017-07-11, version 0.9*

Simple and useful. Hate it always scrolls up to the top of a page when navigating back from other page. Should remember the last position in a browser.

### 3/5 — This is a web browser that points to arXiv

*2015-07-31, version 0.9*

Would you believe how simple this app is?  Very useful.

### 2/5 — Nothing special.

*2012-06-29*

This is basically just a web browser to arXiv.org

### 5/5 — Wonderful

*2012-04-02, version 0.5*

It is a great app. If there were a "favorite" function, it would be better.

### 4/5 — Very good

*2010-07-10, version 0*

This is a good application on iPad to read arxiv. Easy to use. Very convenient . Thanks to the developer.

## Frequently asked questions about arXiver

### What is arXiver?

arXiver is an iPad application designed to browse the preprint server arXiv. It allows users to select various research categories and open PDF documents in external applications.

### Is arXiver free to use?

Yes, arXiver is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements associated with the application.

### What devices does arXiver support?

arXiver is specifically designed for and only supports iPads. It is not available on other Apple devices like iPhones or Macs.

### How often is arXiver updated?

The latest version of arXiver, 0.9, was last updated on July 30, 2015. This indicates infrequent updates for the application.

### What is the age rating for arXiver?

arXiver has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger students and children interested in research.

### Can I read papers offline with arXiver?

The description does not specify offline reading capabilities. arXiver functions as a browser, suggesting an internet connection is required to access arXiv content.

### Does arXiver offer certifications?

arXiver is a tool for accessing research papers and does not offer any certifications. Its purpose is to facilitate the browsing and viewing of pre-print articles.

### What is the user sentiment for arXiver?

Based on the available data, arXiver has a rating of 3.3 stars from 3 ratings. This suggests a mixed to slightly positive user reception.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.9 — 2015-07-30

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

New, flat look. No new features. Now for iOS 8 and later only.

### 0.8 — 2012-11-19

A bug fix. Now you can add new categories reliably.

### 0.7 — 2012-09-30

One more bug fix for iOS 6.0. It should now correctly auto-rotate. I'm really sorry for the bug.

### 0.6 — 2012-09-23

Bug fix for iOS 0.6.

### 0.5 — 2010-12-28

Now runs on iOS4 and supports multitasking. Removed the sidebar in the landscape mode to use better the screen estate.

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All apps by Yuji Tachikawa: https://appshunter.io/developer/378764358

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