Zettlr for macOS
Zettlr is an open-source Markdown editor built for academic writing and research workflows. It operates directly on local plain text files, combining note-taking, Zettelkasten linking, and publication preparation in a unified environment.
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- ✓ Official source (Homebrew)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 4.9.0
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Installer type
- dmg
Install from the command line
How do I use this?
This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.
brew install --cask zettlrSHA256 (file verification)
dca807ccec54cc341df5fc495e9ce502d08b679a136118041efc8f1173de8c3cHow to install
- Download the official macOS installer from our page or run brew install --cask zettlr in Terminal.
- Open the .dmg file and drag Zettlr into your Applications folder.
- Open the app and choose a working directory for your notes.
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