Writing – A lightweight distraction-free editor (MathJax and Markdown)

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Writing is a lightweight, distraction-free text editor designed for users who want to focus on their content. It supports Markdown formatting and MathJax for mathematical expressions, making it suitable for writers, students, and researchers. The editor prioritizes simplicity by removing unnecessary UI elements that might interrupt the writing process. It is available as open-source software on GitHub.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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