This app provides a native plain text editing experience for iOS devices. It allows users to open, edit, and save plain text files like .txt, .md, and .json directly from the Files app, offering a streamlined alternative to rich text editors.

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| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
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| 1 | Free | 5.0★ (1) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | ||
| 2 | Free | 4.5★ (89) | No | No | Nov 2026 | ||
| 3 | Free | 4.4★ (4.4K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | ||
| 4 | $0.99 | — | No | No | Oct 2026 | ||
| 5 | $0.49 | — | No | No | May 2026 | ||
| 6 | Free | 4.7★ (2.1K) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | ||
| 7 | Free | 2.0★ (1) | No | No | Jun 2026 | ||
| 8 | Free | 4.2★ (30) | No | No | Oct 2026 |

This app provides a native plain text editing experience for iOS devices. It allows users to open, edit, and save plain text files like .txt, .md, and .json directly from the Files app, offering a streamlined alternative to rich text editors.





A straightforward text editor for iPhone and iPad, allowing direct creation and editing of files within iCloud. It offers advanced controls for line endings and character encoding, ideal for on-the-go code or data file modifications.





Edit text files directly on your device or sync with cloud storage. Supports various file types and offers rich text editing with multiple tab support. An optional subscription unlocks advanced features like dark mode.