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Blinky

A retro-inspired text editor for Mac. Created by Secret Geometry, Inc.

Free
Mac

BACK TO BASICS
Inspired by word processors from the 1980s.
Simple interface puts the focus on your writing.
Stylized look and feel keeps you creative.
Auto-save, gestures, and retina support.
Immersive fullscreen mode.

SPECIAL EFFECTS
Dozens of sliders for analog effects, including:
Curvature, static, burn-in, jitter, and h-sync.
Glowing halos simulate intense brightness.
Save and recall your favorite looks using themes.
Pre-made themes for 1976-1991 and modern styles. More Info »

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Blinky was added by x512 in Mar 2018 and the latest update was made in Mar 2018. The list of alternatives was updated Sep 2019. It's possible to update the information on Blinky or report it as discontinued, duplicated or spam.

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