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What is Writebox?

Writebox is an easy-to-use text editor aimed at reducing distractions while you compose online. It makes use of Dropbox and Google API to retrieve information about your files, including their names and folder layouts. A key aspect of our service is that we do not store your file contents on our servers; instead, they remain in your local cache to ensure your privacy. While we do not access the actual content of your files, we do modify the file encoding to ensure accurate character display. The filepath for your most recently accessed document is stored on our server only for the purpose of syncing across devices. Furthermore, we collect analytics data through Google Analytics during your time spent using Writebox, which is strictly used to improve our service. Writebox is available on Chrome, iOS, and the web, designed to facilitate a smooth writing experience across various platforms. Ultimately, our mission is to foster a user-friendly setting that encourages concentrated writing without unwanted distractions, enhancing your overall productivity. By prioritizing your writing needs, we hope to create a tool that truly supports your creative process.

What is Emacs?

At its core, the platform features an interpreter specifically designed for Emacs Lisp, a specialized variant of the Lisp programming language tailored for text editing applications. It provides context-sensitive editing modes that incorporate syntax highlighting for numerous file types. There is an extensive built-in documentation system, which includes a tutorial designed to assist newcomers effectively. Users enjoy robust Unicode support that caters to almost every human script, enhancing global usability. The system is highly flexible, allowing for alterations through Emacs Lisp code or a graphical interface, making it accessible to various skill levels. In addition to fundamental text editing, it encompasses a wide range of functionalities, including tools for project planning, email and news reading, debugging, calendaring, and even an IRC client, among many others. A dedicated packaging system allows users to effortlessly download and install a multitude of extensions, thereby expanding the platform's capabilities. Furthermore, it supports arbitrary-size integers natively and employs HarfBuzz for efficient text shaping. There are also built-in features for JSON parsing, enhanced Cairo drawing support, and the incorporation of portable dumping instead of the traditional unexec method. The system conforms to XDG standards for initialization files and includes an additional early-init file for further customization options. Moreover, it incorporates native tab bar and tab-line functionalities, as well as the ability to manipulate images—such as resizing and rotating—without the dependency on ImageMagick, showcasing its versatility for a wide array of tasks. Overall, the platform emerges as a formidable tool that meets diverse user requirements, transcending basic text manipulation and offering a comprehensive environment for various computing needs. It is this adaptability that truly sets it apart in the realm of text editors.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

C
Cairo Web Design CRM
Cody
Common Lisp
Dropbox
Google Analytics
Google Chrome
Google Drive
Hound
MULTI IDE
Magit
Mermaid Chart
OAuth
Org Mode
Racket
Scheme
Sourcetrail
Termius
Windsurf Editor
Wing Python IDE

Integrations Supported

C
Cairo Web Design CRM
Cody
Common Lisp
Dropbox
Google Analytics
Google Chrome
Google Drive
Hound
MULTI IDE
Magit
Mermaid Chart
OAuth
Org Mode
Racket
Scheme
Sourcetrail
Termius
Windsurf Editor
Wing Python IDE

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Writebox

Company Website

writeboxapps.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

GNU

Date Founded

1996

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.gnu.org/software/emacs/

Categories and Features

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Categories and Features

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Text Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

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