Product Facts

Canonical product information for Paper — Markdown Editor.
Last updated: January 2025

Product Overview

  • Name: Paper — Markdown Editor
  • Category: Productivity / Writing
  • Platform: macOS 12.0+ (Monterey and later)
  • Architecture: Universal binary (Apple Silicon + Intel)
  • Distribution: Mac App Store
  • Pricing: One-time purchase (see Mac App Store for current price)

Core Features

  • Live Markdown Highlighting: Syntax styling as you type without a split preview pane
  • Focus Mode: Distraction-free writing with reduced window chrome
  • Copy as HTML: Export formatted HTML to clipboard with one keystroke
  • Native macOS Experience: Standard document workflows, Versions, Revert, Light/Dark mode

Supported File Types

  • .md (Markdown)
  • .markdown (Markdown)
  • .txt (Plain text)

Privacy & Data

  • Data Collection: None
  • Account Required: No
  • Network Required: No (works fully offline)
  • File Storage: Local only (user-selected locations via macOS sandbox)
  • Analytics: None

Technical Specifications

  • Built with: Swift / AppKit
  • Sandboxed: Yes (Mac App Store requirement)

Target Users

  • Developers: README edits, release notes, documentation
  • Writers: Distraction-free drafting in plain Markdown
  • Students: Fast notes without formatting overhead

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