SimpleEdit

SimpleEdit

A super simple text editor

22 ratings
26 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 2, 2019
  • September 23, 2025

Features

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About

This is a straightforward plain text editor that allows you to open and edit various text files. It offers a view-only mode for data detection and a rewind feature to restore original file states. The app supports customization of fonts and keyboard types for a personalized editing experience.

Open text files from Files app
View-only mode with data detection
Rewind button to revert changes
Supports dark mode and multiwindow
Customizable font family and size
System font picker integration
Switchable native iOS keyboard types
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What's New in SimpleEdit

3.0.0

September 23, 2025

iOS 26 redesign! • New look • The editor toolbar is now customisable • Added System Settings link to Settings page

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User reviews

A Go-To txt editor

Does what its name implies. Simple tex file editing.

(Apple’s iOS 18 Files.app can be annoying with all the Authentication dialogs tho..)

App Broken

I used to love SimpleEdit. Then updates broke the app. First the curser stated jumping to the bottom of the page. Next, it's now impossible to open any saved SimpleEdit text documents. I have lost work. Its sad what’s happened to this app

Used to be perfect.

This was a perfect text editor until the cursor started jumping to the last line while editing elsewhere. If this is a feature please make it optional. Also link to Support takes you to sign up for linked in (sorry not going to do it).

Response from developer

Thanks for the report. I’ve pushed a fix! I’ve also updated the support link to point to my blog, which has a range of contact methods.

Exactly what it seems AND does not require a iOS update

Unlike all the other files editing apps which I can find on the app store, this one does not ask for the latest iOS update (because my device cannot update), and does not ask for money.

Also, it keeps the same style of the app Files instead of giving me some ‘dodgy pop-up window’ for editing. So very good and worth getting!
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Just edit

This is exactly what I wanted. I use it to paste stuff, all formatting is removed and I then can use the plain content.

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FAQ

What can I do with this text editor app?

This app allows you to open and edit plain text files directly from your device's Files app. You can also enter a view-only mode to easily detect and interact with links, phone numbers, and addresses within your text. A rewind button is available to revert files to their original state if needed.

How can I customize the editing experience?

You can personalize your editing experience by customizing the font family and size used for editing. The app integrates with the system font picker, allowing you to select from fonts installed on your device via Settings. Additionally, you can switch between various native iOS keyboard types for your typing preferences.

Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with options for in-app purchases. This model allows users to try out the core functionality for free while offering additional features or enhancements through optional purchases.

What devices is this app compatible with?

This app is designed for iOS devices and supports features like dark mode, multiwindow, and state restoration. It leverages the system's capabilities to provide a seamless experience on compatible iPhones and iPads.

Can I open any type of file?

The app is primarily designed for opening plain text files encoded in UTF8. It can also open compatible data files in the same format. While it excels at text editing, it is not intended for binary files or complex document formats.