Clarity Edit: the local-first Markdown, notes & code editor for Mac
Write notes, edit Markdown, format data, and manage code snippets in one fast, native Mac app — with everything stored locally and no account required.
Built for people who work in text every day
From quick notes to Markdown documents, code snippets, and raw data — Clarity Edit keeps it organized in one tabbed workspace. Tap any feature below for the full breakdown.
Writing & notes
A tabbed interface with recents, favorites, pinned files, live Markdown preview, and document statistics.
Learn more →Full Markdown support
Headings, lists, links, checkboxes, and code blocks, with an outline view for fast navigation through long documents.
Learn more →Text cleaning tools
Trim whitespace, remove blank lines, sort and de-duplicate lines, and convert between tabs and spaces in one click.
Learn more →Prompt mode
Store reusable AI prompt templates privately, with variable management for quick customization.
Learn more →Code mode
Edit scripts and config files with support for JavaScript, Python, Swift, SQL, and more.
Learn more →Data tools
Format and convert CSV, JSON, and XML locally, with no upload to a web tool.
Learn more →Clarity Edit Pro
Unlock advanced tools with a one-time purchase — no subscription.
Advanced exports
Export to PDF, HTML, and DOCX directly from the editor.
Data transformation
Format JSON and XML, and convert between CSV and other structured formats.
Learn more →Find in files & compare
Search across files, use split view, compare documents side by side, and save searches for later.
Local history
Track document changes locally and extend language support for code editing.
Learn more →Frequently asked questions
Is Clarity Edit free?
Yes. Clarity Edit is free to download with core editing features included. Clarity Edit Pro is an optional one-time in-app purchase ($29.99) that unlocks advanced exports, data transformation tools, and extended code functionality.
Does Clarity Edit require an account or internet connection?
No. Clarity Edit stores files locally on your Mac, does not require sign-in, and does not collect analytics. An internet connection is not required to use the app.
What file types does Clarity Edit support?
Plain text notes, Markdown with live preview, code snippets in languages like JavaScript, Python, Swift, and SQL, and structured data formats including CSV, JSON, and XML.
What are the system requirements?
Clarity Edit requires macOS 14.0 or later and supports Family Sharing.
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