Cirrus
A Markdown note that pops up over whatever you are doing.
About Cirrus
Press a global shortcut and a floating Markdown note opens above the current app; Escape sends it away. Notes can also hide as a tab on a screen edge or in the notch, lines ending in = are calculated inline, and everything syncs through your own iCloud. Free for three notes.
Install Cirrus
Download it from the links above, or install it from the Terminal:
mas install 6815418493 Questions about Cirrus
Is Cirrus free?
Cirrus is free to download and use, with paid upgrades for extra features.
Where can I download Cirrus for Mac?
Download Cirrus from the Mac App Store and the developer's website (trycirrus.app). MacWorthy links only to official sources.
Can I install Cirrus from the Terminal?
Yes. With Mac App Store CLI, run mas install 6815418493.
Which macOS version does Cirrus need?
The Mac App Store version of Cirrus requires macOS 14.0 or later.
What are good alternatives to Cirrus?
Other writing & notes apps for Mac worth a look are Bear (free + pro), iA Writer (one-time purchase), Ulysses (subscription) and Drafts (free + pro).
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Craft
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Tot
Seven dots. Seven notes. That's it.
MarkEdit
TextEdit, if it spoke Markdown.
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