# Core Reader - txt book reader — Enjoy Reading :)

> Pure TXT file reader with continuous scrolling for focused local reading. (iPhone/iPad app by 毅华 周.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-reader-txt-book-reader/id1218630978 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [毅华 周](https://appshunter.io/developer/989520865)
- Category: Books, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 96 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 31 MB
- Languages: Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan), American English
- Released: 2017-04-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-reader-txt-book-reader/id1218630978/reviews.md

## What is Core Reader?

I like scrolling screen, because I can keep my attention in the middle of screen, won't interrupted by page turning.
I like txt, except for the words that only make me distracted.
I like local reading, I will carefully select each book in Core Reader, and normal bookstore seemed unable to meet my needs.

In a word, I just want a pure txt reader.

## Key features

- Continuous scrolling
- TXT file support
- Local reading focus
- Distraction-free interface
- Customizable reading experience

## Recent user reviews (10 of 96)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-reader-txt-book-reader/id1218630978/reviews.md

### 3/5 — 不可閱讀中選取文字，可惜

*2025-05-17, version 3.0*

希望改善可以提取複製閱讀時文章字句

### 1/5 — 재설치 방지

*2025-03-11, version 3.0*

파일을 불러올 수 없음

### 5/5 — 很棒，複合我的需求：

*2024-09-04, version 3.0*

能不斷快速下拉滑動翻看，無翻頁動畫浪費時間與令眼花。

### 5/5 — 超好用，五星🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟好评

*2024-07-23*

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

### 5/5 — 簡單好用

*2024-04-20, version 3.0*

超讚👍

### 5/5 — 希望可以加入選取文字複製的功能及語音閱讀功能

*2024-02-05, version 3.0*

很方便！

### 5/5 — 功能都很實用，希望再加上書籤功能

*2023-08-06, version 3.0*

功能都很實用，最喜歡的就是上下滑動的閱讀方式，其他閱讀器基本都是左右翻頁，不是那麼好用，希望之後再加上書籤功能就更棒啦！

### 4/5 — 章節

*2023-07-14, version 3.0*

如果可以多加入章節選擇的功能就更好了

### 5/5 — 好用

*2023-05-24, version 3.0*

界面簡潔清晰！精品

### 5/5 — 希望增加的功能

*2023-05-18, version 3.0*

您好 請問可以增加依照更新時間排序 或錯是依照正在閱讀的排序方式嗎？謝謝

## Frequently asked questions about Core Reader

### What kind of files does Core Reader support?

Core Reader is specifically designed to read TXT files. It focuses on providing a pure text reading experience for this file format.

### How does the reading experience differ from other ebook readers?

This app offers a continuous scrolling screen, eliminating the need for page turns. This aims to help users maintain focus by keeping the content centered and uninterrupted.

### Is Core Reader free to use?

Yes, Core Reader is a free application. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its features.

### Can I read books stored on my device?

Absolutely. The app emphasizes local reading, allowing you to select and read books directly from your device's storage.

### Who would benefit most from using Core Reader?

Users who prefer a simple, distraction-free reading environment for TXT files and enjoy a continuous scrolling experience would find this app ideal.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2020-07-03

1. Fix some problems.

### 2.9 — 2020-07-02

1. Support long press and swipe left to manage file in search file list.
2. Restore reading progress in file list.
3. Fix other problems.

### 2.8 — 2020-06-28

1. Support manage files in "Files" app.
2. Remove recently opened list and reading progress in file list, add file size to list.
3. Fix other problems.

### 2.7 — 2020-01-14

1. Fix some problems.

### 2.6 — 2019-09-25

1. Fix some problems.

## Apps similar to Core Reader

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [TxtReader Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/txtreader-pro/id549358195) | 3.9 (8) | Free | Books |
| [阅竹 - 原潮汐阅读](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6502974949) | — | Free | Books |
| [有书趣-看小说大全TXT电子书pdf漫画图书阅读神器](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/txtpdf/id6503596402) | 4.5 (33) | Free | Books |
| [清墨 - 纯净文本阅读器](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6473902642) | 5.0 (9) | Free | Books |
| [开卷阅读-TXT阅读&听书](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/txt-and/id1664170766) | 4.7 (44) | Free | Books |
| [PDF Reader - Mini Version](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-reader-mini-version/id898564035) | 4.9 (8) | Free | Books |

## More apps by 毅华 周

- [简阅 - 来自滚屏与txt的邂逅](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/txt/id992838600)
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All apps by 毅华 周: https://appshunter.io/developer/989520865

## Related topics

[txt reader](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/txt-reader)

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