Zettlr for Mac
Open-source markdown editor
brew install --cask zettlr. Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository.
It has 536 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.
What Zettlr is
Zettlr is a utility for macOS: open-source markdown editor.
It is distributed as a Homebrew cask, which installs a .app bundle into your Applications folder. The project is open source and lives at https://www.zettlr.com/.
How to install Zettlr
- Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
- If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
- Run
brew install --cask zettlr.
Homebrew installer, if you need it:
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install Zettlr on Mac?
Run brew install --cask zettlr in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.
Is Zettlr open source?
Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository (Zettlr/Zettlr), which is strong evidence the project is open source. Check the project for the current licence.
Does Zettlr run on Apple silicon?
Yes, as a universal binary.
How popular is Zettlr?
It was installed 536 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #1482 in this catalogue.
What version of Zettlr is current?
The latest packaged version is 4.9.0.