# Typing Writer — A realistic, usable typewriter

> Realistic typewriter simulation for focused writing on iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Sudden Oak.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typing-writer/id892249870 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sudden Oak](https://appshunter.io/developer/937995000)
- Category: Productivity, Books
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.17/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 5 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-07-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typing-writer/id892249870/reviews.md

## What is Typing Writer?

At The Rumpus we were missing the typewriter. We felt we were more productive on a typewriter because we had to keep moving forward. If we made a mistake, we kept typing. If we wanted to rearrange the information, we had to start over. With the word processor we’ve lost some of that immediacy. It’s too easy to delete, to cut and paste. Sometimes that means we get bogged down when the key to finishing a piece of writing is so often to just keep going.

Why don’t we just make a typewriter for the iPad, we decided. 

Typing Writer works just like your old typewriter. When you type over something, you still see the original letter underneath. When you reach the end of a line, if you don't manually go to the next line, the typewriter will go to the next line for you, even in the middle of a word! Press your finger on the page and a white-out brush appears. Brush over a letter or a word. There will still be a white splotch, of course. That’s how white-out works.

Typewriter sounds are included, but you can turn them off if you prefer. If you’re like us you’ll realize you like leaving them on, just to hear the bell letting you know you’re coming to the end of a line. After you’ve typed your draft it’s easy to export and open in any word-processing software.

Typing Writer shows that we don’t have to sacrifice the benefits and enjoyment of old systems every time we improve them.

## Key features

- Realistic typewriter emulation
- Encourages forward writing momentum
- Simulated white-out editing
- Optional typewriter sound effects
- Exportable drafts
- Automatic line wrapping

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typing-writer/id892249870/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very close to typewriting experience

*2022-10-05, version 1.6*

Out of all the apps on the app store, this is the closest you will get with a seamless experience of typewriting with modern tools. 10/10

### 1/5 — Typewriter is a joke

*2020-10-06, version 1.6*

I wanted blank pages, not silly pages to click on ,oh and if you have an IPAD do not buy, this thing works “best” with an external keyboard, so bought and deleted within 15 minutes. Give me my money back since you failed to tell the consumer this “problem”

### 2/5 — Useless for practical use (printing)

*2018-07-20, version 1.6*

There’s no reason that the app can’t export the image as a lossless PNG. Instead, all we get are lossy low resolution JPG files if we want to print what we’ve written.

The other features do realistically simulate the experience of typing on a typewriter, which I do enjoy. Sadly the lack of decent printing options completely cripples this app.

### 2/5 — Me

*2017-04-05, version 1.5*

Horrible app can't backspace

### 5/5 — A good replacement for messy ribbons

*2016-12-08, version 1.4*

This is a quality replacement for an old smith-corona sky writer typewriter, that doesn't require soaking used ribbons in India ink to get some more life out of them, and allows you the experience of hearing the bells at the end of a line or the strike of the keys. It's simple to use and does exactly what an old typewriter did. And while i wouldn't change the fact that the delete key doesn't delete, but acts as the backspace key does on an old typewriter, some people may have a hard time with that. You can type over letters just as you would have done, or you can backspace and use some white-out and retype over without inhaling noxious vapors or getting splotches. So for all you anachronistic folks out there that wax nostalgic for the typewriter experience without all those "issues", this may be the app for you. I recommend it. By the way, there is no spellcheck in this version and i don't know if there's going to be an update to change that, but i hope not. The way the app allows you to just continue typing, without all those other distractions is very helpful to people accustomed to working on the old technology. But i wanted to mention it for those that rely on that current technology. Thank you to the developers of this app!

### 5/5 — Fun

*2015-10-09, version 1.3*

First, I'm not reviewing the technical aspects of the app because, as far as I'm concerned, the fun of using it outweighs all that for me. 

I had forgotten how relaxing it was to get into flow on a manual typewriter. And the music of its operation-the rhythmic clack of the keys, the warning bell at the end of the line, the carriage return.  And now I can have all that without messing about with ribbons and carbon paper and sticking keys. Along with my iPad mini and Zagg keyboard case, I'm all set. 

And remember back, how that annoying writer brought a portable typewriter to the local coffee house ...

### 5/5 — Great writing tool

*2015-09-28, version 1.2*

This is one of the greatest writing tools I have found. Unlike Hanx writer, which has a fancier interface, Typingwriter doesn't allow you to make anything more than rudimentary edits. This can be a very effective tool for someone trying to pound their way through a first draft. It really does replicate the advantage of writing on a manual typewriter, rather than just offering a gimmicky interface.

### 5/5 — Chuck Slap

*2015-01-01, version 1.1*

This is brilliant. The perfect antidote to my obsessive reworking of the bits I've already written. The look and sound of it is wonderful and  its a real writers tool, unlike the competing apps, which are not well suited to serious work. Thank you!

### 5/5 — LOVE THIS APP🐞

*2014-10-03, version 1.1*

OMG ABSOLUTELY MY NEW MOST FAVORITE!!!  Have Hanx when I updated ipad to iOS 8 Hanx stopped working for me. Thought that was awful until I was reading some comments and found others that use and recommend this app. Bought it, love it and now this is without a doubt my new favorite. I highly recommend Typing Writer.😀😊😘

### 5/5 — Fun... and useful!

*2014-07-14, version 1.0*

This app is incredibly fun. I'm a writer, and I love to change my writing medium to change my mood and tone and experiment with my approaches to writing. So I handwrite and keyboard type, and yes, I own a 1966 blue Royal manual non-electric "portable" typewriter which I pull out when I really want to change the mood. But that "portable" typewriter" is about 20 pounds and I rarely have it with me. This app is a new and different way of writing, somewhere between the iPad writing I'm used to and going down to my basement to pull out the real deal steel beast. It's fun, but I'm also writing real drafts on it. I like that it, just like the real deal, makes me slow down my typing, focus on each word, take greater care with marks I know I can't just delete -- the marks will be there forever, even with white out applied, or over-typed. If you're a writer and want to experiment with a new way of thinking while you write, this is a must have. For everyone else, it's just darn fun. :)

## Frequently asked questions about Typing Writer

### What devices does Typing Writer support?

Typing Writer is designed exclusively for the iPad. It was released on 2014-07-13 and last updated on 2017-09-11.

### How much does Typing Writer cost?

Typing Writer is a paid application, available for $0.99. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What is the age rating for Typing Writer?

Typing Writer has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The developer is Sudden Oak.

### Can I export my writing from Typing Writer?

Yes, you can easily export your typed drafts from Typing Writer. The exported files can then be opened in any standard word-processing software.

### Does Typing Writer have typewriter sound effects?

Typing Writer includes typewriter sound effects, such as the bell indicating the end of a line. These sounds can be turned off if you prefer a silent writing experience.

### How does Typing Writer handle mistakes?

Mistakes are handled realistically, similar to a physical typewriter. Typing over text leaves the original letter visible underneath, and using the white-out brush leaves a white splotch, encouraging users to keep moving forward.

### How often is Typing Writer updated?

Typing Writer was last updated on September 11, 2017, to version 1.6. It was originally released on July 13, 2014.

### What do users think of Typing Writer?

User feedback for Typing Writer is mixed, with an average rating of 3.2 stars from 6 ratings. This suggests some users find the unique writing experience beneficial, while others may have specific critiques.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.6 — 2017-09-11

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Compatibility fixes.

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