# myTextViewer: Code & Log File — Open Any Text, JSON, YAML, CSV

> Offline text file viewer with syntax highlighting and search for developers and power users. (iPhone/iPad app by Yaniv Kalsky.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytextviewer-code-and-log-file/id1272975241 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yaniv Kalsky](https://appshunter.io/developer/310828189)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 159 App Store ratings · 88 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: Korean, German (Germany), Russian, Mexican Spanish, American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2017-08-24
- Data updated: 2026-11-12
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytextviewer-code-and-log-file/id1272975241/reviews.md

## What is myTextViewer?

Open any text, source code, config, or log file on your iPhone or iPad in seconds — even when iOS Mail or the Files app says the format is unsupported.

Whether someone just emailed you a server .log, a .yaml deployment config, a .cfg or .ini file, or a Python/JSON script, myTextViewer opens it cleanly with offline syntax highlighting, line numbers, and instant in-file search.

No accounts. No cloud uploads. And zero ads while you are reading a file.


WHY DEVELOPERS, SYSADMINS & POWER USERS KEEP IT INSTALLED

• Opens Anything Text-Based — Unknown or non-standard file extensions (.log, .cfg, .conf, .diag, .env, .ini, .dat, .sql, .md, .toml, and more) open directly as readable text instead of hitting an "unsupported file" dead end.
• 100% Offline Syntax Highlighting — Automatic syntax coloring for Python, JSON, YAML, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, Swift, C/C++, C#, Java, Ruby, Shell scripts, SQL, and more. Use the toolbar menu (‹/›) to switch languages or view as Plain Text, remembered automatically per file extension.
• Fast In-File Search — Jump straight to the error or config key you need with live match counting ("3 of 12") and next/previous navigation.
• Your File Library on the Home Screen — Every file you open is saved to your searchable home screen library so you can reopen it anytime with a single tap, or tap "+" to import files directly from the Files app.
• Comfortable Reading Anywhere — Switch between Light, Dark, and System appearance in place without losing your scroll position. Toggle line numbers and pinch-to-zoom with a tap.
• Smart Encoding & Large File Support — Cleanly reads UTF-8, UTF-16, BOM-prefixed logs, Windows-1252, and multi-megabyte log files without garbled characters or freezes.
• 100% On-Device Privacy — Your files never leave your device. Decoding, syntax highlighting, and search run entirely locally on your iPhone or iPad.


TWO EASY WAYS TO OPEN A FILE

1. From Mail, Files, Slack, or Messages: Tap Share on any attachment or file and choose myTextViewer. It opens right away and stays in your library for next time.
2. Directly Inside myTextViewer: Tap "+" in the top-right corner of the home screen to pick and open any file from your device or iCloud Drive.


Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Open unsupported text file formats
- Offline syntax highlighting for multiple languages
- Fast in-file search with live count
- File library on home screen
- Light, Dark, and System appearance modes
- Smart encoding and large file support
- 100% on-device privacy

## What do users think of myTextViewer?

Reviews of myTextViewer are mixed: the Productivity app is rated 3.7/5 from 159 App Store ratings. What users like most: opens unsupported file formats reliably, handles multiple file types (XML, JSON, LOG, EML, YML). Top complaints: files display as blank or won't open, inconsistent file compatibility. Summarized from real user reviews.

**Pros**

- ✅ Opens unsupported file formats reliably
- 📂 Handles multiple file types (XML, JSON, LOG, EML, YML)
- 🎯 Simple and straightforward functionality
- ⚡ No unnecessary features or bloat
- 🆓 Free to use
- 👍 Clean interface for viewing files
- 🔧 Useful for IT professionals and developers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Files display as blank or won't open
- ❌ Inconsistent file compatibility
- 😤 Requires review before using app
- 📱 Compatibility issues with iOS updates
- 🔄 Confusing sharing/import workflow
- 📢 Excessive ads (in earlier versions)
- 🚫 No functionality in recent versions
- ⚠️ Suspicious clipboard access behavior
- 🔐 Security concerns mentioned by users

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App fails to open files from Files app
- JSON files display blank
- XML files not rendering properly
- App crashes or won't launch
- Incompatibility with iOS 14 and iOS 16
- Text files cannot be opened
- Help screen appears instead of file content
- No response when sharing files to app

**Most requested features**

- Search/find function within documents
- File editing capabilities
- Remove ads or ad-free option
- Support for action extensions
- Better file import options
- Plain English display instead of code format
- Export functionality

## Is myTextViewer safe?

myTextViewer: Code & Log File appears mostly safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for myTextViewer is 74 out of 100. This assessment is based on 159 user ratings, with an App Store average of 3.7 out of 5. Of 159 App Store ratings, 64.2% point to a safe experience, 11.9% suggest some concerns, and 23.9% point to a risky experience.

## Is myTextViewer legit?

myTextViewer: Code & Log File appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for myTextViewer is 95 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 88)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mytextviewer-code-and-log-file/id1272975241/reviews.md

### 1/5 — scam advertising

*2026-07-22, version 2.2*

Ads that run in the app are links to scams.

### 2/5 — I’m totally lost

*2025-04-08, version 1.3*

Interesting

### 5/5 — Idk

*2025-01-08*

I'm going to test this some more

### 2/5 — Good but…

*2024-11-25, version 1.3*

I don’t understant what means colors of text… Red, green, white and blue..

### 5/5 — Perfect app for multi format readers

*2024-11-09*

This app does exactly what it is supposed to and that is all we ask. No unnecessary flair or drawback from viewing text on files 

Excellent work !

### 5/5 — Sheawhore

*2024-07-13, version 1.3*

How do u get to see the results  in plain English not code

### 5/5 — 1

*2024-05-27, version 1.3*

Awesome  recommended

### 1/5 — Can’t open/view XML files

*2024-03-16*

There isn’t a single app on iOS that can display XML data.

### 5/5 — Ottima

*2023-11-12, version 1.3*

Perfetta per dare una lettura a diversi tipi di file

### 1/5 — txt file

*2023-08-15*

Cannot open this file from app store

## Frequently asked questions about myTextViewer

### Does myTextViewer have ads?

Yes, myTextViewer contains advertisements. While the app is free to use, users may encounter ads during their session.

### What file formats can myTextViewer open?

myTextViewer can open a wide range of text-based files, including .log, .yaml, .cfg, .ini, .sql, .md, .toml, Python, JSON, and many more, even with non-standard extensions.

### Is myTextViewer available on Android?

Based on the provided data, myTextViewer is supported on iPhone and iPad. Information regarding Android availability is not specified.

### How does myTextViewer handle large files?

myTextViewer supports multi-megabyte log files and smart encoding (UTF-8, UTF-16, BOM-prefixed, Windows-1252) to cleanly read them without garbled characters or freezes.

### Can I use myTextViewer offline?

Yes, myTextViewer offers 100% offline syntax highlighting and search functionality. Your files are processed entirely on your device, ensuring privacy.

### What is the user sentiment for myTextViewer?

User sentiment for myTextViewer is mixed. Pros include reliable opening of unsupported formats and simple functionality, while cons mention display issues and inconsistent compatibility.

### How often is myTextViewer updated?

The latest version of myTextViewer is 3.0, last updated on November 8, 2026. This indicates a recent update, though historical update frequency is not detailed.

### What is the age rating for myTextViewer?

myTextViewer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals who may need to view text files.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0 — 2026-11-08

• New Home Screen File Library: Your imported files now live right on the home screen for instant one-tap reopening, filename search, and direct "+" importing.
• 100% Offline Syntax Highlighting: Faster, chunked rendering for large files with a new toolbar menu (‹/›) to pick the language or Plain Text per file extension.
• System Appearance Support: Choose Light, Dark, or System default theme, and toggle themes or line numbers in place without losing your scroll position.
• Smarter Text Encoding: Automatic detection for UTF-16 and BOM-encoded log and config files.
• Improved In-File Search & Copy: Accurate multi-match highlighting and clean plain-text copying.

### 2.2 — 2026-01-25

Bug fixes for a smoother experience.

### 2.1 — 2026-01-19

Bug fixes and performance updates.

### 2.0 — 2025-09-20

View and managed previous opened files
Search in text files

Thanks for providing feedback!

### 1.3 — 2023-03-22

This update includes important bug fixes and performance improvements to make your experience even better.

Thank you for using myTextViewer!

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-11-12.*