Features
Paper is built for one job: writing Markdown quickly and clearly. No bloat, no complexity — just the features that matter.
Live Markdown Highlighting
See your formatting as you type. Headings, bold, italic, code, and links are visually styled while remaining editable plain text.
Learn more →Focus Mode
Press Cmd + Shift + F and the interface fades away. A distraction-free writing surface for when you need to concentrate.
Learn more →Copy as HTML
Export your Markdown as clean, formatted HTML to the clipboard. Paste directly into email, WordPress, Notion, or any rich text editor.
Learn more →Also Included
- •Native macOS — Built with Swift/AppKit for instant launch and minimal memory
- •Universal binary — Runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs
- •Document-based — Standard Open, Save, Save As, Versions, and Revert
- •Light and Dark mode — Follows your system appearance
- •Offline-first — Works without an internet connection
- •Sandboxed — Secure by design, App Store approved
Ready to Write?
Download Paper and experience a Markdown editor that respects your time.
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