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Writing apps: 5

Authorcize

Build a daily writing ritual. Select a time limit, check the prompt and go. Includes mandala mode (where saving is disabled), typewriter mode, and light and dark themes.

FINAL|FINAL

Aimed at academics, novelists and screenplay writers — features focus mode, task insertions, versioning, footnotes and citations, status and goals, themes and markdown.

Freewrite

Write about whatever is on your mind for 15 minutes non-stop. Can be helpful if you’re seeking clarity. You’re encouraged to go full-screen, and never backspace. Download from releases.

Monotype

The cadence of a typewriter might be just what you need to get into a writing groove — complete with sound effects. Copy contents when you’re done.

uFocus

Distraction-free writing for plain text, Markdown or Fountain documents that can be exported to HTML, printed or be used to create a PDF. Keep files in your own directory. Also includes statistics and dynamic outline.