MiaoYan
brew install --cask miaoyan
v4.0.0
Lightweight Markdown editor and note-taking app with a focus on simplicity and speed.
Why you might care
MiaoYan is designed for fast, distraction-free Markdown writing with a clean interface. It's particularly appealing to users who prefer a minimal native macOS app over web-based alternatives, and it emphasizes quick note organization without unnecessary complexity.
209
30-day installs · #882
828
90-day · #736
1.6k
365-day · #1125
Links
- https://miaoyan.app/
- Brew formula source: Casks/m/miaoyan.rb
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