Traditional word processors include dozens of options for formatting text, distracting you from what really matters: writing.
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Calmly Writer is an editor designed to focus on what you want to tell, with a simple, unobtrusive and ease-to-use user interface.
Available for Windows, Mac and Linux
Focus mode
Calmly Writer has been designed to help you focus on writing. As you start typing, all the distracting options disappear from the user interface.
The 'focus mode' option highlights only the paragraph you are editing at the time.
Formatting
Format your text simply by selecting and clicking on the desired style.
If you prefer, you can also do it with keyboard shortcuts or markdown (see FAQ).
Autosave
As long as you do not close a document tab, that document will be opened every time you start the application. If the document was not saved, its backup will be loaded.
Word count
Calmly Writer displays the number of words and characters written, and allows you to set a target.
Color themes
You can choose between light, dark, dark blue, dune and old school mode.
And much more
Typewriter sounds, smart punctuation, full screen mode, customizable text caret color, export to Word and PDF…
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“So if you’re looking for a real lightweight, easy place to do some writing, Calmly Writer.”
Focused is an simplified word processor that eliminates distractions while you write. Its Zen mode keeps your writing front and center, while its built-in Markdown formatting means your work will look great no matter where on the Web you publish it.
But it’s not only helpful for composing: it makes sharing what you’ve written a snap by integrating with your social media accounts. Whether you write for a living or just for fun, look no further. Here’s how to put Focused to use:
Composing
Focused strips away all the distractions of a typical word processor. All you see is a blank page to type on. You can make a few adjustments by clicking the “T” button on the left hand side of the screen: changing the theme and text color, adjusting the column width, and changing the zoom.
If you need to read over your text or check your formatting, click the “glasses” icon to switch to read-only mode, which shows you how your text will look when published.
Formatting with Markdown
Nowadays, most writing gets published online, but most CMS program’s can’t register style changes from standard word processors.
Markdown is a formatting language that preserves the hierarchy of your headings and bolded, italicized, and underlined words for online publication. To use it to format your writing, click the “Format” tab and select how you’d like to transform a word.
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Markdown also lets you add hyperlinks directly to a piece of text.
Zen Mode
The app’s interface is already simple, but Zen Mode takes its distraction-free approach to the next level. When you enter Zen mode, the text window will fill your entire screen and play soothing ambient music, letting you focus on the task at hand.
To enter Zen mode, press (command+y) or click the “Zen” tab and select “Enter Zen Mode.” That tab also lets you control the music.
Sharing your work
Sharing your work is simple. Click the “Share” button on the left-hand side of the text window and select how you’d like to export your writing. As mentioned, the app lets you save your text as HTML, so it’s easy to post online. You can click the “more” tab to sync with your social media accounts, letting you publish to your profile right without having to log on.
With its pared-down interface and web-ready formatting, Focused by Setapp supports both casual and serious writers. Tune in, let it fill your screen, and finally get that essay done.