Free, open-source note-taking with rich text, cross-platform support, syntax highlighting, embedded files, and customizable interface.
Cost / License
- Free
- Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Flathub
- PortableApps.com
- Flatpak




Free, open-source note-taking with rich text, cross-platform support, syntax highlighting, embedded files, and customizable interface.




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