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brew install --cask bbedit v16.0.1

Powerful text and code editor with advanced search, scripting, and file manipulation tools.

Why you might care

BBEdit is a mature, native Mac editor trusted by developers and writers for 30+ years. It excels at handling large files, complex find-and-replace operations, and scripting via AppleScript or Unix tools. Great for power users who value stability and deep customization over a modern UI.

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