Scrivener

Scrivener

by Literature & Latte

2.6K ratings
711 reviews
#6 in paid Productivity
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$23.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 20, 2016
  • September 29, 2023

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This app is a comprehensive writing tool designed for long-form manuscripts. It allows users to compose text in any order, manage research materials alongside their writing, and export to various formats. It supports flexible outlining and restructuring of content.

✓Manuscript composition in sections
✓Research material integration
✓Flexible outlining and reorganization
✓Export to multiple formats
✓Interactive tutorial
✓Project-wide search
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What's New in Scrivener

1.2.4

September 29, 2023

Scrivener 1.2.4 fixes a bug in 1.2.3 whereby creating a new card on the corkboard would cause a crash. 1.2.3 release notes: • Updated for iOS 17. • Fixed issue whereby you could tap outside of the new text/folder sheet to dismiss it, and thus accidentally lose a synopsis you were adding. • Fixed bug whereby “Split” didn’t work in the text when the selection was at the end. • Fixed bug whereby the “Style to” scriptwriting setting did not work. • Fixed bug whereby the “Style to” scriptwriting setting could cause a crash in some circumstances. • Fixed crash that could occur when setting certain fonts as the default, and in other circumstances related to font changes. • Fixed bug whereby the keyboard accessory bar on the iPhone might be cut off by phone features such as the home bar. • Fixed bug whereby the “Look Up” popover in the main text and notes would disappear immediately. • Fixed bug whereby if you tried to search for a font, the fonts popover would disappear. • Fixed bug whereby the share sheet would disappear when trying to share text from the main editor or notes. • Fixed bug whereby, in full screen mode, the top of the navigation bar could collapse after multitasking, resulting in controls being too close to the top of the screen. • Fixed bug whereby typing on an iPhone could disappear beneath the on-screen keyboard. • Fixed bug whereby typewriter scrolling on an iPad when using the on-screen keyboard could create too much empty space and result in the typing disappearing off the top of the view. • Fixed bug whereby the buttons in the keyboard accessory row may use light mode colours in dark mode. • Fixed bug whereby “Allow Negatives” in session targets would always be reset to off. • Fixed bug whereby temporarily setting the session target to 0 while changing the target could reset the current session count. • Fixed clipping of numbers in the target settings picker. • Fixed bug whereby, in dark mode, text in Compile’s Appearance editor would turn black and thus become unreadable on editing. • The Appearance “i” button in Compile now works with VoiceOver, making it possible to access the Appearance editor using VoiceOver.

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Top Paid

The app has maintained its position at 6 recently.

Last updated on October 8, 2026.

Top Paid

📈 144+5

Global

This app rose +5 positions in Global chart.

Last updated on October 8, 2026.

User reviews

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No formatting options

I was willing to put up with some issues… but, loss of search? Oh, boy

Just… I don’t even know if any of the devs work on this or what’s happened, but if you’re out there, ios27 has killed the search function. I was willing to overlook and keep fording on through my novel, and moving to another app will be a real problem… but… I don’t think I can do without search. Please, just a tiny update. Something, anything.
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Cross-Platform data loss

This app has not been updated for two years and the small problems with modern iPad OS are starting to add up. In addition, the Dropbox sync options between iPad and Desktop use outdated APIs that generate persistent conflicts — in some cases deleting work. The official answer on the forums has been “You have a backup, right?” Which is not acceptable for an application suite that advertises being able to switch between Desktop and iPad. At this point, Scrivener for iPad has be come almost unusable and has resulted in at least one loss of a week’s worth of work. I would consider this application currently UNSUPPORTED until they get a new update out. If you are only working on iPad, there are still issues with missing features (keywords) and limited compile options (the very powerful compilation features of the desktop app are the only reason I have stuck with Scrivener for so long).
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機能的に本Scrivenerよりかなり貧弱である

Mac用Scrivenerを10年以上も使っている。いわゆる本(Mac)アプリのサブセットであるiPadOSは機能的にかなり貧弱であるが、使えないことはないのだが…
最も懸念するのはDropBoxとの同期を強いられることだ。
Mac=AppleアプリなのにiCloudと同期出来ないのが使いづらくしている。
Dropboxは無料の2ギガを除いて、有料版は2,000ギガしかなく100-200ギガがない。その上 2,000ギガは高価であるため、iPad本体メモリーに保存しているため、Mac版Scrivenerと同期できない。
解決のためにはiCloudを使いたいのだがサポートされていないため、iOSやiPadOS版も結果的に使いづらくなってしまっている。
他の人も言っているように、DropboxかiCloudかを選択可能にして欲しい。
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Highly recommend

I’ve been using this app and its windows desktop counterpart for a couple of years. I love the program but I also love the company. It’s a solid product, they only charge once, and you continue to get their updates. It just feels so honest and I really appreciate that in comparison to the majority of programs out there.

It works beautifully with dropbox, so I can make notes or whole chapters on the go, then sync and pickup on my computer later. If I remember correctly, it did take me a minute to figure out connecting to Dropbox but after it was setup I haven’t had any issues. Just make sure you sync from one program and close it before you open the file on another device.

I love that it isn’t a flashy/loud/ distracting interface with bright colors.

It really feels like a program put together by writers for writers.

Thank you to the team.

Highly recommend!
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FAQ

What is Scrivener?

Scrivener is a powerful writing application designed for authors and writers working on long manuscripts. It combines tools for drafting, research management, and structuring your work, allowing you to write in sections and reorganize them easily.

What are the key features of Scrivener?

Key features include composing text in any order, integrating research materials directly within projects, flexible outlining tools, and the ability to compile and export your work to various formats like Word, PDF, and Final Draft.

How much does Scrivener cost?

Scrivener is a paid application. The specific pricing can be found on the app store or the official website, and it is a one-time purchase.

What devices is Scrivener compatible with?

Scrivener is available for macOS, Windows, and iOS (iPad and iPhone). The iOS version offers features like side-by-side document viewing on iPad and quick flipping between research and writing on iPhone.

Who is Scrivener best suited for?

Scrivener is ideal for anyone working on extensive writing projects, such as novelists, screenwriters, academics, and students. Its structure and organizational tools are particularly beneficial for managing complex narratives and extensive research.