Manuskript AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Text Editors

The best Text Editor alternative to Manuskript is Zettlr, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Manuskript and many of them are Text Editors so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Text Editor alternatives to Manuskript are Story Architect (STARC), novelWriter, Ulysses and Lore Forge.

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  1. Zettlr icon

    Zettlr

     266 likes

    Unified writing platform offering note-taking, easy citations with Zotero integration, LaTeX/Word templates, snippets, themes, dark modes, code highlighting, multi-language support, and knowledge management with Zettelkasten for seamless writing from notes to books.

    242 Zettlr alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
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    Zettlr vs Manuskript Comments
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    I use Zettlr next to Manuskript and DoomEmacs Org-mode. Zettlr does different things to Manuskript that are faster across a directory or multiple workspaces.

    • Zettlr is Free and Open SourceManuskript is also Free and Open Source
    • Zettlr is a Note-taking Manuskript is a Novel Authoring Tool
    • Zettlr is Privacy focused and LightweightManuskript is not according to our users
  2. Story Architect (STARC) icon

    Story Architect (STARC)

     20 likes

    A smooth yet powerful writing experience for devoted authors. With only wanted features and native workflow it runs faster than all your previous apps combined.

    69 Story Architect (STARC) alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Chrome OS
    • AppImageHub
    • Flathub
    • Android
    Story Architect (STARC) screenshot 1
     
  4. novelWriter icon

    novelWriter

     33 likes

    novelWriter is a Markdown-like text editor designed for writing novels and larger projects of many smaller plain text documents. It uses its own flavor of Markdown that supports a meta data syntax for comments, synopsis and cross-referencing between files.

    97 novelWriter alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Qt
    • Python
    Screenshot of older version
     
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    Ulysses

     73 likes

    Ulysses is a text editor for creative writers. Used by bloggers, poets, students and published novelists all over the world, it offers an integrated environment to brainstorm, draft, revise and even submit text on a professional level.

    173 Ulysses alternatives

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Ulysses screenshot 1
     
  8. Lore Forge icon

    Lore Forge

     27 likes

    The only app you'll need to write your novels and build your worlds. Organize your thoughts and cross-reference anything at any time.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
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  9. Daino Notes icon

    Daino Notes

     10 likes

    Offers fast, distraction-free note-taking via a high-performance editor with real-time Markdown, local-first storage, image support, Kanban task boards, intuitive drag-and-drop, keyboard shortcuts, configurable themes, fast search, and cross-platform access.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Daino Notes screenshot 1
     
  10. WriteMonkey icon

    WriteMonkey

     129 likes

    Writemonkey is a Windows zenware writing application with an extremely stripped down user interface, leaving you alone with your thoughts and your words.

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    The interface, full screen.
     
  11. Hemingway Editor icon

    Hemingway Editor

     58 likes

    Hemingway App makes your writing bold and clear.

    173 Hemingway Editor alternatives

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    • Paid
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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
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    Hemingway Editor is just that, an editor. IT IS NOT A WORD PROCESSOR. It shouldn't be listed as an alternative to Manuskript.

    • Hemingway Editor is Paid and ProprietaryManuskript is Free and Open Source
    • Hemingway Editor is a Text Editor Manuskript is a Novel Authoring Tool
  12. Papyrus Autor icon

    Papyrus Autor

     4 likes

    A professional word processor, supporting writers in every phase of their book production – planning, wirting, editing and publishing.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    Papyrus Autor screenshot 1
     
  14. Inspire Writer icon

    Inspire Writer

     16 likes

    Inspire is a clone of Ulysses for Windows, with many of the core features but not all.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    Inspire Writer screenshot 1
     
  15. NovelPad icon

    NovelPad

     2 likes

    NovelPad's online and offline novel writing software helps you organize, write, and edit your novel anywhere, on any device, from start to finish.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    The Manuscript view is an endlessly scrollable view of your novel. This is what your readers will see.
     
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