Linux · Office & Productivity
ghostwriter
Distraction-free text editor for Markdown
by Megan Conkle
Official site: flathub.org
About ghostwriter
ghostwriter is a distraction-free text editor for Markdown featuring
a live HTML preview as you type, theme creation, focus mode, fullscreen
mode, live word count, and document navigation in an aesthetic writing
environment. It comes with the cmark-gfm Markdown processor built in, and
can integrate with Pandoc, MultiMarkdown, Discount, and cmark
processors if they are installed.
How to install ghostwriter
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub org.kde.ghostwriter
- Open ghostwriter once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is ghostwriter free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where ghostwriter is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install ghostwriter from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.kde.ghostwriter. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is ghostwriter safe?
ghostwriter downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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