1Writer - Markdown Text Editor
What is 1Writer?
IOS editor for plain text and Markdown files, with Dropbox, iCloud and WebDAV sync, custom actions and rich-text.
1Writer is a text editor for iPhone that creates and edits plain text and Markdown files. It shows Markdown syntax highlighting while you write and a formatted rich-text preview when you finish, and it syncs documents with iCloud, Dropbox and WebDAV. It also includes an in-app web browser, custom URL actions, JavaScript actions, and export to Evernote, PDF and plain text.
Pricing. 1Writer is $4.99 to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Writing and editing Markdown files stored in Dropbox, iCloud or WebDAV
- Researching and drafting notes with an in-app web browser
- Sending finished text to Evernote or sharing it as PDF or plain text
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Why this app is in B tier
B tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
1Writer scores 76 out of 100: rating 91, rating count 71, App Store search rank 100, update recency 43. The four parts are averaged and B tier follows from that score within this list.
Description
1Writer combines all the basic text editing features you would expect with all the advanced features you will ever need. Use 1Writer to write, research, revise, and share your ideas with maximum efficiency.
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"The only Dropbox- and Markdown-enabled text editor for iPhone that’s clicked with me has been 1Writer. It’s simple, looks great, and gets the job done." - TheSweetSetup.com
"Really great app, really recommend it." - Federico Viticci, MacStories.net
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"The app interface is beautiful and distraction-free, with loads of other awesome features lurking beneath its simple exterior. It's now my go-to iPhone text editor." - Chris Gonzales, ToolsandToys.net
"For users that want a great visual experience paired with great support for custom actions and third party apps, 1Writer is an excellent choice." - iMore.com
"1Writer is the most powerful text editor available for iPhone." - Phillip Gruneich
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CREATE
- Write :: generate and edit plain text or Markdown files.
- Preview :: see the formatted results with Markdown syntax highlighting while you write and a full, rich-text preview when you're done.
- Extended keyboard :: a convenient row of buttons for navigation, formatting, special characters (customizable--pick the characters you use the most).
- Insert photo :: pick a photo or take a new one, and 1Writer will upload it to Dropbox and generate the Markdown-syntax to add it to your document--all in a single action!
- Snippets :: TextExpander Touch support.
- Custom URL actions :: insert a document template, encode a selection and replace the original text, look up synonyms and much more.
- JavaScript :: create even more powerful custom actions using JavaScript - text manipulation, perform a find & replace, interact with the clipboard - the possibilities are endless.
IMPORT
- Sync with iCloud, Dropbox and WebDAV.
- Share extension :: send text to 1Writer from other apps. In Safari, the extension uses the current URL, page title and selected text to create a new document.
- Create, append, prepend, or replace text directly from other apps using the 1Writer URL scheme.
EXPORT
- CloudApp and Dropbox :: generate a link to share your document in plain text or PDF.
- Evernote :: pick your notebook, add tags and turn a text selection or the entire document into a new, rich-text note.
- Copy HTML :: put the formatted text for your document directly on the clipboard.
- Custom actions :: open a web search, tweet a selection, save a series of items in a list and much more.
PERSONALIZE
- Support Dark Mode on iOS 13.
- 2 dark themes for more comfortable reading and writing at night.
- Choose from 20 different fonts.
- Bookmark and sync the Dropbox/WebDAV folders you want to have quick access to the sub-folders and documents you need.
- Use a passcode or Touch ID/Face ID to protect the app from unauthorized users.
RESEARCH
- In-app web browser :: research, look up information without having to leave the app.
- Bookmarks :: create and access your favorite websites.
- Save the current text selection to the clipboard in Markdown syntax.
- 1Password support :: login to all your accounts using the 1Password extension.
EVEN MORE GREAT FEATURES
- Drag and drop.
- Open in Place.
- Multiple windows on iOS 13.
- MultiMarkdown.
- Search documents from Spotlight.
- Find & replace within document.
- Photo and PDF preview.
- Today widget :: access your recent documents from the Notification Center or create a new document in one tap.
- Checklist support :: create a list of things to do or topics to research, and easily check them off.
- Full-text search and hashtag support :: search within a folder to find the document you need, and view related documents that have the same tag.
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Questions about 1Writer
Does it support Markdown?
Yes. Write generates and edits plain text or Markdown files, with Markdown syntax highlighting while you write and a full rich-text preview when you are done.
Where can my documents be stored?
You can sync with iCloud, Dropbox and WebDAV. You can also bookmark Dropbox and WebDAV folders for quick access to the sub-folders and documents you need.
Does it cost money or include in-app purchases?
The listed price is $4.99 USD. In-app purchases: Not stated on the App Store.
Is 1Writer free?
No. 1Writer is $4.99 to download, with in-app purchases.
Is 1Writer right for me?
1Writer is built for writing and editing markdown files stored in dropbox, iCloud or webdav, researching and drafting notes with an in-app web browser, sending finished text to evernote or sharing it as PDF or plain text. It sits in the markdown editing list on AppTierList.
Is 1Writer worth it?
1Writer is B tier, ranked #7 of 11 markdown editing apps with a score of 76 out of 100, from a 4.6 App Store rating across 1,145 ratings. Good, and 6 apps rank above it.
How does 1Writer compare to Just Write?
1Writer is B tier at 76; Just Write is B tier at 77. Just Write ranks higher. 1Writer is $4.99 to download, with in-app purchases, Just Write is free to download, with in-app purchases.
How often is 1Writer updated?
1Writer was last updated over a year ago, on 2025-09-24, which holds its tier down.
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All the facts
Ranking
- Lists
- Markdown Editing (B tier, #7) · Text Editing (C tier, #6)
- Tier
- B (Good)
- Score
- 76 / 100
- Rank in list
- #7 of 11
- Ranking certainty
- settled
Ratings
- App Store rating
- 4.6 out of 5, every App Store country
- Ratings
- 1,145
App
- Price
- $4.99 + IAP (USD)
- App Store category
- Productivity
- Current version
- (416 days ago)
- Size
- 20 MB
- Requires
- iOS 13.0 or later
- Age rating
- 17+
- Languages
- 5
- Runs on
- iPhone, iPad
Links
- Developer pages
- Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- not verified
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
App Store data read · ranking