Arikh
The professional text editor that doesn't get in your way
Open, edit, and manage 20+ file types — code, scripts, configuration, documentation, and more — with full file access and a traditional, no-nonsense interface. Built for writers, developers, and anyone who values simplicity and direct file control. Available now on iPhone, iPad, and Mac — one purchase covers them all.
The name Arikh comes from the ancient Hebrew and Aramaic root ערך (ʿ-R-Kh), meaning "to arrange, edit, or prepare." It reflects the editor's purpose: helping you bring order to your words.
Editor Features
Full File Access
Open files directly from Files, iCloud Drive, or any storage provider. Support for 20+ file types including code, scripts, configuration, and documentation.
True Multi-Tab Editing
Work across multiple files at once with drag-and-drop tab reordering, real-time save indicators, word counts, and line counts.
Syntax Highlighting
Built-in highlighting for Swift, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS, JSON, and more, with smart code formatting via a single shortcut.
Find & Replace
Professional find & replace with case-sensitive and whole-word matching, updating the editor instantly as you work.
Live Markdown Preview
See real formatted output as you write — headers, bold, lists, and code blocks rendered live, not just raw text.
Distinctive Interface
A dark, minimal interface with five selectable text colors and customizable font sizes. No clutter, no distractions.
iPhone, iPad, and Mac
External keyboard shortcuts, full multitasking with Split View and Slide Over, and automatic iCloud sync on iPad, plus a native Mac app. One purchase covers every device.
Export & Share
Export to TXT, RTF, HTML, and CSV, with file info showing size, dates, and statistics whenever you need them.
Fast Performance
Native performance with instant launch, plus fast, responsive editing even with large files.
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Arikh on the Mac
Arikh is now a native macOS app — the same no-nonsense editor, with syntax highlighting, line numbers, and a live Markdown editor, built for the desktop. Arikh 3.0 arrives alongside Arikh for Mac, and one purchase now covers both.
Download Arikh
Arikh 3.0 is available now on the App Store for iPhone, iPad, and Mac (iOS / iPadOS 18.4 or later; macOS 15 or later). Experience the essential text editor that respects your workflow and gets out of your way.
One purchase of US $19.99 covers every device. No subscription, no ads.