# Writemator - Plain Text Editor — Elegant, Intuitive Writing app > Distraction-free plain text editor for iOS and iPadOS with advanced features. (iPhone/iPad app by Amit Chaudhary.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writemator-plain-text-editor/id1326574914 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Amit Chaudhary](https://appshunter.io/developer/420156324) - Category: Productivity, Business - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 4.00/5 from 58 App Store ratings · 41 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 12.0 · 77 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-12-30 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writemator-plain-text-editor/id1326574914/reviews.md ## What is Writemator? ◉ "New Apps We Love" - Apple ◉ "A solid new alternative to text editors like iA Writer and 1Writer" - Federico Viticci ◉ "I like the program very much" - Michael D. Shear ◉ "Best New App for iPad and iPhone" - imore.com ◉ "The original distraction-free writing app" - idownloadblog.com ◉ "WriteRoom for iOS lives on as Writemator" - Jesse Grosjean, founder of Hog Bay Software Writemator is based on the source code of WriteRoom app for iOS & iPadOS with all bug fixes and new features. FEATURES: • Based on WriteRoom source code for iOS & iPadOS. Fast handling of large documents. • Updated for the latest iOS and iPadOS with all bug fixes and new features. • Built-in Files App Support. • Support Multiple Window feature for iPadOS. • Drag and Drop Support (for items like plain text, xml, html, URLs, etc.) of iPadOS (in Split View). • Touch ID/ Passcode/ Face ID support. • Search tool that lets you search for and find every document that contains your search text. • TypeWriter Mode. • Live Word Counter. • Customizable System Dark Mode. • Reading Time option available. • Lined Paper option available. • Dropbox Sync API V2. Support both "Sync Automatically" and "Manual Sync". • Writemator allows you to choose the folder with which you link in your Dropbox account. • Keyboard Shortcuts. Toal 58 keyboard shortcuts are available (excluding iPadOS system keyboard shortcuts). • Quick Search & Replace text feature available. Works great even for a document with more than 500,000 words. • Synonyms, Antonyms, Rhyming words for a selected word. • Drag-to-scroll scroll bar for quick navigation bigger documents. Just like desktop app scrolling. • In full-screen view, tap margins to move cursor toward margin (iPad only). • Many new fonts are added like iA Writer Duospace, IBM Plex, SF UI Text, etc. More than 150 fonts are available. • Extended keyboard row with customizable keys. • Dark Mode keyboard. • Support TextExpander Touch Expansion. Updated to the latest SDKs of TETouch. • Document Picker Support. Support "Import" and "Export" methods of document picker. • Access Writemator files in iOS Files app. • Extra app icons available to change the app icon. • Customize your text and background color to any color, line spacing, font size to make your own writing room. • Line spacing is improved from the older version of WriteRoom. Margin option is available. • Siri Shortcuts. • Tint color option. • Sort the folder list by name or date, descending. • Hide or unhide status bar. Dark mode status bar for dark background • Scroll headings during typing to hide headings. • Rename your document or folder. • Swipe to delete a document or a folder. • Detect links in a document. • Support text right to left (useful for writers for languages like in Arabic) • Powerful URLs scheme support • Export and share file in PDF format. • Hide or show file extensions ;html, css, plain text, ft, etc. ## Key features - Distraction-free writing interface - Built-in Files App Support - Multiple Window and Drag and Drop for iPadOS - Search, Replace, Synonyms, and Antonyms - Dropbox Sync and TextExpander Support - Customizable fonts, colors, and line spacing - Keyboard shortcuts and extended keyboard row ## Recent user reviews (10 of 41) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writemator-plain-text-editor/id1326574914/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Not impressed. *2024-04-08* Not what I expected. ### 1/5 — TYPE mator *2022-08-21, version 3.46* For WRITING seems no we’re involved ! Why the heck are there 2 verbs if they are going to be consciously substituted to cheat and trap more customers having chosen tactile screens partly for that exact reason : the choice to Write, Type, Draw, Mix the 2 ,With photos etc… WHEN will Apple be a,little more strict with the tampering of names ans designations misleading THEIR clientele ! ### 1/5 — Really? Can’t Use Enter/Return Key? *2022-05-18* I paid for this app to find that, oddly enough, you can’t hit return/enter to start a new line or paragraph. You have to hit shift+enter. I’ve been typing forever and using a ton of different apps and software over the years, and this is the first time I’ve ever seen something like that. It slows down my typing speed TREMENDOUSLY and actually makes the app horrible to use. I wish I could get my money back! ### 1/5 — Useless *2022-04-03, version 3.46* Read the reviews first! as a longtime user of Writeroom on the Mac OS, I was pretty excited to start using this app. Paid $3, downloaded, and saw that it accessed my iCloud Drive seamlessly.. only to discover that the app crashes when trying to open a document. Please either refund my $2.99, or correct the issue. I’m using iOS 15.3.1. ### 5/5 — I'm pleased this still exists *2022-03-16, version 3.46* It's not perfect (but what is?) but the author/maintainer deserves enormous credit for picking up the wreckage of WriteRoom and keeping it alive. ### 5/5 — Dude! *2021-02-26* I have been patiently waiting for about five? Years for amit to update this... I am very excited to try the new xcode rewrite. The old inherited code was very buggy and jesse had to abandon it but no shame there it happens! This is super duper and ill try and remember to come back and update my impressions.. (I was an original write room user in like 2009..) so.. :). Much respect to you Amit, this rocks! ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work for editing dropbox files in single dir *2020-08-01* I wanted to use the app to edit .txt files in one single Dropbox directory, while keeping a local "cache" for offline use and eventually sync files. Simple use case. Even though I wanted to sync one single folder, it requested access to all my dropbox files, which makes me unease. I dont see any of the dropbox files, even after clicking to sync. The main UI of the app is the iOS files UI. It shows only "Recents" and "Browse". "Browse" doesn't show any dropbox files unless I go to the Files app and include Dropbox in the Files, which is exactly not what I want and the sole reason I got the app: to sync to Dropbox directly without using Files app. If I wanted to edit the files using Files native UI, there is a free "txt" app that does it. Other than that, some bugs: Files open and close immediately, files open an app freezes, app crashes when going back from dropbox setup or when opening some files. Sometimes files open with the text "UIDocumentDataToRead" instead of the contents of the file. So it seems that based on the contents of the files, the app can't handle them well. Unfortunately I can't use the app for what I intended so I am requesting a refund. ### 2/5 — Unacceptable bugs with multitasking *2020-07-25* Switching apps caused me to lose work in this app. I am working away, switch to another app and come back to an older version of my document! Even if my document is ok, when I swap back it ignores my keyboard entry. I can use the onscreen suggestions, but no response from typing. Leaving the app and coming back doesn’t help, but it does respond to touch. Keyboard works fine in the other apps I am switching to. Not sure how to contact developer for support. There is plenty to love about this app, but it needs more work. ### 5/5 — excellent! *2020-07-02, version 3.44* Excellent app. I can really concentrate in just write. Just I think it would be wonderful if I could have page numbers, or something to count the pages of what I write. ### 4/5 — Simple and easy *2020-02-13* Nice app. Seems to be but with sorting as cannot sort Dropbox folder with latest modified files first ## Frequently asked questions about Writemator ### What is Writemator? Writemator is a plain text editor designed for iOS and iPadOS, offering a distraction-free writing experience. It is based on the source code of the WriteRoom app and includes numerous bug fixes and new features for enhanced functionality. ### What are the key features of Writemator? Key features include a distraction-free interface, support for large documents, built-in Files App integration, Multi-Window and Drag and Drop for iPadOS, Touch ID/Face ID support, a powerful search tool, Typewriter Mode, live word count, customizable themes, Dropbox sync, and extensive keyboard shortcuts. ### How much does Writemator cost? Writemator is a paid application. The exact price can be found on the app store listing. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the app. ### What devices is Writemator compatible with? Writemator is compatible with iOS and iPadOS devices. It is optimized for the latest versions of these operating systems and supports features specific to iPads, such as Multiple Window and Drag and Drop. ### What are some common use cases for Writemator? Common use cases include drafting documents, writing articles, taking notes, coding, journaling, and any task requiring a focused, plain text editing environment. Its robust features make it suitable for both casual writing and professional content creation. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.46 — 2022-03-15 This update fixes a few bugs and made few enhancements. Please leave a nice review (or spread the word) if you like Writemator. It really helps! If you have any questions/ issues/suggestions then please contact me via email (writemator@gmail.com) or on twitter (@writemator) Have a wonderful time ahead! ### 3.45 — 2021-01-29 • Updated for iOS 14 and for iPadOS 14 using Xcode 12. • Bug fixes and enhancements. • Help docs updated. ### 3.44 — 2020-05-05 ->> Updated for iOS 13.4.1, iPadOS 13.4.1 using Xcode 11.4.1. • Multiple Window Support for iPadOS. • System Dark mode. User can turn off the option in Advanced Settings. • Reading Time option is available. • Fixed an issue related to scrolling/ hiding of first line on iPad Pro (when status bar option was on) • Implemented lined paper. • UI elements respond to the cursor on iPadOS 13.4 when connecting a mouse or trackpad. • Paragraph number option is available. • Implemented Search and Replace text feature. • Synonyms, Antonyms, Rhymes option are available for a selected word in uimenu. • Tint Color option available. • Face ID/ Touch ID pop up window will be in full screen mode. • Changing of app icons was not working on iPads. Fixed. • Unlink from the dropbox account was causing the app crash. Fixed. • Export and share file in PDF format. • Rename option was missing ( in top titlebar menu view) for local documents. Fixed. • File Refresh on Active option removed. • Lot of enhancements for dropbox sync: - App will make background mode sync for last opened parent folder. Not going to collide with cloud service provider files even if files from cloud service provider is in opened or in closed state during background mode. - Fixed an issue when an user was making lot of API calls which results in abusing dropbox api therefore affecting sync process. Fixed. - Rigorous testing is done for dropbox sync even with empty nested folders and also in multiple windows. Covered all possible cases. • Minor change in launchscreen images. • Fixed a regression related to data saving of cloud service provider files. • Fixed UI of extended keyboard on iPad during split view. • Default tint color of document browser is changed to dark green in system light mode. • Help Docs Updated. User can print help docs. ->> Minor Enhancements. Have a wonderful time ahead and stay healthy and safe! -Amit ### 3.43 — 2020-04-25 • Updated for iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4 using Xcode 11.4. • Multiple Window Support for iPadOS. • System Dark mode. User can turn off the option in Advanced Settings. • Reading Time option is available. • Fixed an issue related to scrolling/ hiding of first line on iPad Pro (when status bar option was on) • Implemented lined paper. • UI elements respond to the cursor on iPadOS 13.4 when connecting a mouse or trackpad. • Paragraph number option is available. • Implemented Search and Replace text feature. • Synonyms, Antonyms, Rhymes option are available for a selected word in uimenu. • Tint Color option available. • Face ID/ Touch ID pop up window will be in full screen mode. • Changing of app icons was not working on iPads. Fixed. • Unlink from the dropbox account was causing the app crash. Fixed. • Export and share file in PDF format. • Rename option was missing ( in top titlebar menu view) for local documents. Fixed. • File Refresh on Active option removed. ->> Lot of enhancements for dropbox sync: - App will make background mode sync for last opened parent folder. Not going to collide with cloud service provider files even if files from cloud service provider is in opened or in closed state during background mode. - Fixed an issue when an user was making lot of API calls which results in abusing dropbox api therefore affecting sync process. Fixed. - Rigorous testing is done for dropbox sync even with empty nested folders and also in multiple windows. Covered all possible cases. ->> Minor change in launchscreen images. • Fixed a regression related to data saving of cloud service provider files. • Fixed UI of extended keyboard on iPad during split view. • Default tint color of document browser is changed to dark green in system light mode. • Help Docs Updated. User can print help docs. Please let me know if you have any question/suggestions/issues. Please support the app if you like using it. Your support will help other people find Writemator app too. Have a wonderful time ahead and stay healthy and safe! -Amit ### 3.40 — 2020-04-22 • Updated for iOS 13.4, iPadOS 13.4 using Xcode 11.4. • Multiple Window Support for iPadOS. • System Dark mode. User can turn off the option in Advanced Settings. • Reading Time option is available. • Fixed an issue related to scrolling/ hiding of first line on iPad Pro (when status bar option was on) • Implemented lined paper. • UI elements respond to the cursor on iPadOS 13.4 when connecting a mouse or trackpad. • Paragraph number option is available. ->> Implemented Search and Replace text feature. ->> Synonyms, Antonyms, Rhymes option are available for a selected word in uimenu. • Tint Color option available. • Face ID/ Touch ID pop up window will be in full screen mode. • Changing of app icons was not working on iPads. Fixed. • Unlink from the dropbox account was causing the app crash. Fixed. • Export and share file in PDF format. • Rename option was missing ( in top titlebar menu view) for local documents. Fixed. • File Refresh on Active option removed. ->> Help Docs Updated. User can print help docs. • Dropbox sync (for local documents directory) enhancements. • Fixed a regression related to data saving of cloud service provider files. • Launchscreen image background color changed to system background color. • Fixed UI of extended keyboard on iPad during split view. • Default tint color of document browser is changed to dark green in system light mode. Please let me know if you have any question/suggestions/issues. Please support the app if you like using it. Your support will help other people find Writemator app too. 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