Manuskript
Manuskript is a free, open-source notes and writing app for Windows, macOS and Linux. A open-source tool for writers. It has 2,469 GitHub stars and is released under the GPL-3.0 license. Its source code is on GitHub at olivierkes/manuskript.
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About Manuskript
Manuskript provides a rich environment to help writers create their first draft and then further refine and edit their masterpiece.
Install Manuskript
Package names found in the project's README. Each links to its package page so you can check the publisher first.
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Is Manuskript free and open source?
Yes. Manuskript's source code is public on GitHub under the GPL-3.0 license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install Manuskript?
Snap: snap install manuskript. The commands are on this page. Installers are also on its GitHub Releases page (latest: 0.17.0).
Is Manuskript still maintained?
The repository's most recent commit was on Sep 1, 2026. appsgit only lists apps whose repository had a commit in the last six months.