Syntax highlighting
Full token-based highlighting for Swift, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Rust, Markdown, JSON, YAML, SQL, Bash, and more — 20+ languages total.
v0.1.3 for macOS · Free
Scripr
A focused text editor for developers and writers who want real editing power — without the overhead of a full IDE.
SHA-256: 4fc3e27ea00339715536e6663003baaba8cd8a39a33fbcaac4e6739bdc61beba
Write fast.
Navigate faster.
Stay in flow.
- 20+ languages
- Multi-cursor editing
- Regex tester
- Split view
- Git gutter indicators
- Session restore
- Native macOS
Parser.swift
// Token-based line parser
import Foundation
struct Token {
let kind: TokenKind
let range: Range<String.Index>
}
func tokenize(_ source: String)
-> [Token] {
var tokens: [Token] = []
// scan and emit tokens…
return tokens
}Core features
Real tools, not just a pretty text field
Multi-cursor editing
Option-click to place multiple cursors anywhere in the document. Type, delete, and navigate at all insertion points simultaneously.
Regex pattern tester
Built-in live regex tester with inline match highlighting, named capture group display, and flags for case-insensitive, multiline, and dot-all modes.
Quick Open & search
Jump to any file in a project folder with ⌘P. Find and replace across the current file with a keyboard-first find bar — no modal clutter.
Split view
Open two files side by side in a single window. Compare revisions, keep reference material visible, or draft with notes alongside.
Git change indicators
Gutter indicators mark added, modified, and deleted lines against the last committed state — no terminal required.
Code snippets
Tab-expanded snippets with placeholder navigation keep repetitive boilerplate fast and consistent across every file you edit.
Session restore
Every tab, scroll position, and unsaved edit is preserved across restarts. Pick up exactly where you left off, even after a crash.
Reliable file handling
Full encoding detection (UTF-8, UTF-16, Latin-1) and line-ending awareness (LF, CRLF, CR) without silently corrupting documents.
Workflow
From quick capture to deeper editing
Open a file or folder
Drop a file, open a project directory, or start from a blank document. Scripr picks up the language and highlights instantly.
Navigate without friction
⌘P Quick Open gets you to any file. Tabs keep your active context visible. Split view puts two files in the same window when you need to compare.
Edit with confidence
Multi-cursor, find and replace, regex testing, and git indicators are all there when you need them — and out of the way when you don't.
FAQ
Common questions
Who is Scripr for?
Developers, writers, and note-takers who want a fast, native editor for real work — without the full weight of an IDE like Xcode or VS Code.
Is it free?
Yes. Scripr is free to download and use. The macOS DMG is available directly from the releases page — no account, no subscription.
Which languages are highlighted?
Swift, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Rust, Ruby, Java, C, C++, PHP, HTML, CSS, JSON, YAML, TOML, Markdown, Bash, PowerShell, SQL, and XML.
How does it compare to VS Code or BBEdit?
Scripr sits between a plain text editor and a full IDE. It has real editing power (multi-cursor, syntax highlighting, project folders) without extensions or a plugin ecosystem to manage.
Does it support project folders?
Yes. Open any directory to get a file tree. Use ⌘P Quick Open to jump to files instantly without navigating the sidebar by hand.
Where do I get help?
See the Help & Support Guide for keyboard shortcuts, feature documentation, and troubleshooting. Reach us on the support page.