Edit: a quick draft scratchpad

Edit: a quick draft scratchpad

Fast. Simple. One page.

51 ratings
34 reviews
$1.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 29, 2018
  • January 27, 2026

Features

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About

This app provides a minimalist scratchpad for quick notes and drafts, functioning like a single sheet of paper. It ensures your text remains accessible and offers simple export options. Designed for speed and ease of use, it's ideal for capturing fleeting thoughts.

Single page scratchpad
Instant return to writing
One-touch select all
Export via Share Sheet
Word and character count
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What's New in Edit

2026.01.01

January 27, 2026

Bump for iOS 26. (New v2 in progress.)

User reviews

Amazingly useful app

True to their word many years ago, they have continued to provide support for this great little utility

Do one thing! Then the next

This super clean writing space lets you create and then send. So glad it’s alive and V2 is on the way!

My favourite app

Beautiful in its simplicity. I have my iPhone’s action button mapped to open this app, that’s how important it is to me.

simple and easy to use

I am blind and I use VoiceOver on my iPhone. I love how simple and easy this app is to use. The only criticism I have about this app is that while navigating with voiceover, there are two select all buttons. The first button that is labeled select all is where you change the app icon. The second button that is labeled select all actually select all the text in the document. The last minor issue I have with the app is that when you tap on the Word count button with voiceover, you don’t actually get any feedback for how many words are in the document with voiceover. these are just very very minor things that I have noticed that could be fixed. But overall, I love the app and I will still give it five out of five stars. I tried other draft apps, and they were just too cluttered and confusing.
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One Thing Well

There’s one thing we all need to do today:
1. A list
2. An email
3. A plan or proposal

Edit offers a distraction-free spot and pleasant place to type, tinker, and then copy, delete and put the text where it goes.

I also use and love Drafts. But this is for the one thing that I really need to write now. (Like a review)
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FAQ

What is Edit?

Edit is a minimalist scratchpad designed for quickly capturing thoughts, drafts, and notes. It functions like a single sheet of paper, offering a fast and simple interface without document storage or complex features. Your text remains available when you return to the app.

What are the key features of Edit?

Key features include a single-page interface that allows you to return instantly to your writing, a one-touch option to select all text for easy clearing, the ability to export your text via iOS's Share Sheet, and a word and character count display.

How much does Edit cost?

The provided information indicates that Edit is a paid application. It does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a one-time purchase for the full functionality.

What devices is Edit compatible with?

Edit is designed to run on iOS devices. The developer has intentionally kept the app simple to ensure it continues to function without issue on iOS for many years to come.

What are common use cases for Edit?

Common use cases include quickly jotting down ideas as they come, drafting short pieces of text, creating temporary lists, or capturing information you need to share immediately. Its simplicity makes it ideal for capturing fleeting thoughts without distraction.