# WritingFriend — Display Text in Large Font

> Large font display app for complex characters, handwriting, and emojis. (iPhone/iPad app by Motonari Hibi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writingfriend/id6443520040 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Motonari Hibi](https://appshunter.io/developer/386737172)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2022-09-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writingfriend/id6443520040/reviews.md

## What is WritingFriend?

This app displays text in a large font. Display letters you don't know the details of.
Textbook and handwriting style fonts are available from iOS18. Instructions on how to use them are provided in the app.
It is useful when used in split view on an iPad. You can work on a current task while this app is displayed in split view.
This app is designed for languages with complex characters.

Purpose
To recall forgotten kanji characters when working by hand
To display large characters in an unfamiliar language
To display emojis in large size

## Key features

- Large font display
- Textbook and handwriting fonts
- Split view support
- Complex character support
- Emoji display

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/writingfriend/id6443520040/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 縦書きもサポートして欲しい

*2024-08-11*

別のアプリを使っていましたが、頻繁に落ちるのでこちらのアプリに乗り換えました。
文字サイズを大きくできるところが前のアプリより優れており使いやすいです。

子供に字の見本を見せるときに縦書き機能があると便利と思います。

### 3/5 — 楷書

*2023-12-22*

シンプルで広告も無くとても良いです。アイコンのデザインもいい感じ。ただ楷書でないため、イマイチハッキリ分からない事も多いのが残念です。

**Developer response:** コメントありがとうございます。ご要望お受けしました。
追記：iOS18とこのアプリのバージョン1.1.1の組み合わせで教科書体や手書き文字に対応しました。もしiOS18に上げた場合は試してください。

## Frequently asked questions about WritingFriend

### What is WritingFriend?

WritingFriend is an application designed to display text in large, easily readable fonts. It is particularly useful for complex characters, recalling forgotten kanji, or viewing emojis in a magnified size.

### What font styles does WritingFriend offer?

WritingFriend offers textbook and handwriting style fonts. These styles are available from iOS 18 and instructions on their usage are provided within the app.

### How can WritingFriend be used on an iPad?

WritingFriend is useful when used in split view on an iPad. This allows users to work on a current task while having the app displayed alongside it for quick reference.

### What languages is WritingFriend designed for?

This app is designed for languages that feature complex characters. It aims to aid users in recalling forgotten characters or displaying unfamiliar scripts.

### Does WritingFriend have ads?

No, WritingFriend does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.

### What devices does WritingFriend support?

WritingFriend is available on both iPhone and iPad devices, offering a versatile experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### How often is WritingFriend updated?

The latest version of WritingFriend is 1.1.9, last updated on April 21, 2026. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

### What is the age rating for WritingFriend?

WritingFriend has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals who may benefit from its large font display.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.9 — 2026-04-21

Minor changes

### 1.1.8 — 2026-03-06

Supports iPad's compact window.

### 1.1.7 — 2026-01-15

Build in a new environment

### 1.1.6 — 2025-07-13

Minor corrections have been made.

### 1.1.5 — 2025-05-09

Reduced app size
Added word study apps and a temperature app to the Other Apps page.

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