FoldingText

FoldingText is a plain‑text editor for macOS that combines Markdown authoring with a set of productivity tools. It lets users work with documents as raw text files that remain readable on any platform, while providing live Markdown rendering so a separate preview pane is unnecessary. The editor supports outlining, allowing sections to be folded and focused, which helps manage long documents, and includes built‑in to‑do lists that can be checked off directly within the text.

Beyond basic writing, FoldingText offers scheduling features such as date handling and timeline views, enabling users to plan days and track tasks without leaving the document. Its distraction‑free mode removes visual clutter, and the search, tagging, and note‑taking capabilities make it easy to capture and retrieve ideas later. The application is extensible through scripts, themes, and plugins, allowing users to tailor the environment to their workflow.

Targeted at writers, developers, and anyone who prefers plain‑text workflows on the Mac, FoldingText emphasizes a seamless blend of editing, outlining, and task management while keeping files in a simple, portable format. The upcoming FoldingText 3 promises a rebuilt core with faster performance and additional features, while maintaining the same plain‑text philosophy.