CodeEdit
A native, open-source code editor in Swift.
About CodeEdit
CodeEdit is a community-built editor that aims to feel like a first-party Mac app: lightweight, familiar and free.
Install CodeEdit
Download it from the links above, or install it from the Terminal:
brew install --cask codeedit Questions about CodeEdit
Is CodeEdit free?
Yes. CodeEdit is free and open source under the MIT license. The source code is on GitHub at CodeEditApp/CodeEdit.
Where can I download CodeEdit for Mac?
Download CodeEdit from the developer's website (codeedit.app) and GitHub. MacWorthy links only to official sources.
Can I install CodeEdit from the Terminal?
Yes. With Homebrew, run brew install --cask codeedit.
What are good alternatives to CodeEdit?
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