An iA Writer alternative for developers
iA Writer nails calm, focused markdown writing. Tybre.md keeps that clean feel with syntax-reveal WYSIWYG, then adds the things developers reach for — a built-in terminal, an inline browser, and a multi-project workspace — in a native 5MB app.
Clean, focused WYSIWYG markdown writing
Built-in terminal to run Claude Code, git, and npm
Inline browser preview without leaving the window
Wikilink graph view to connect notes
Instant multi-project switching with Ctrl+1–9
Native 5MB app, one-time license — no subscription
Frequently asked questions
Does Tybre.md keep the focused writing feel of iA Writer?
Yes. Its syntax-reveal WYSIWYG mode shows clean prose and only reveals markup when your cursor is on it, so writing stays distraction-free.
What does it add over iA Writer?
A built-in terminal for AI CLI agents like Claude Code, an inline browser preview, and a multi-project workspace with instant switching.
How much is it?
A one-time lifetime license, or an optional yearly plan. No subscription for the lifetime plan.
Which platforms are supported?
macOS, Windows, and Linux — a native 5MB Tauri build.
Install now
One line in your terminal — no email, no card.
$ curl -fsSL https://tybre.md/install.sh | bashPrefer a file? Download the DMG
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