CodeEdit

Mac

Open-Source Text Editor for macOS

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Overview

CodeEdit is a modern, open-source text editor built exclusively for macOS, using native SwiftUI and Metal to ensure fast, seamless performance. Tailored to Apple’s ecosystem, it offers a clean, intuitive interface ideal for developers and content creators. It supports syntax highlighting for over 100 languages, Git integration, split editing, and a built-in terminal. With extension capabilities and customizable workflows, it rivals proprietary tools while remaining free. Focused on speed and native feel, CodeEdit prioritizes macOS users’ needs—providing a lightweight yet powerful alternative to cross-platform editors, backed by an active community driving continuous improvement.

Key Features

  • Native macOS performance (SwiftUI/Metal)
  • Syntax highlighting for 100+ languages
  • Git version control integration
  • Built-in terminal
  • Split editing support
  • Extension capabilities

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Tool Info

Pricing Free
Category Text Editors
Platform Mac

Pros

  • ⊕ Open-source and completely free
  • ⊕ Optimized for macOS native user experience
  • ⊕ Clean, intuitive interface
  • ⊕ Active community-driven development

Cons

  • ⊖ Smaller extension library compared to established tools like VS Code
  • ⊖ Some advanced features still in beta phase

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