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Open a file. Hit ⌘R. Done. No project setup, no config files. A lightweight IDE for developers who want to code, not configure.

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Lightburn Kuyhaa Hot Hot!

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Everything the big IDEs have. None of the weight.

Native performance, no splash screen, no indexing. Here's what's in the box.

iOS

iOS Simulator

Prototype SwiftUI and UIKit screens — test APIs in the Simulator without ever opening a project file.

SPM

Swift Package Manager

Edit and run SwiftPM packages directly. Target macOS or Linux — the Linux subsystem installs itself.

Mac

Export Mac apps

Build SwiftUI applications with animations and interactive UI. Export a .app when you're ready.

Py

Python, ready to go

Custom interpreter settings, built-in documentation, instant execution. Scripts and automation without the setup tax.

Pin

Pin to front

Keep a scratch window floating above everything while you work in the app you're really debugging.

PNG

Share as image

One shortcut turns any snippet into a shareable image — syntax highlighting, window chrome, the whole thing.

What developers say

People who live in it.

Swift developers who got tired of waiting for Xcode to finish indexing.

I really dig the Notes Library and the ability to pin a window to the front. Cot does too little for me, Xcode is overkill for small things so I really love this.

It's an excellent small code editor to explore all your Swift ideas without launching a heavy IDE like Xcode. The option to create an image for sharing code is just perfect!

I was really impressed with the performance, only to learn Notepad.exe is a native app. Where Xcode playground has to work despite Xcode's years of legacy, Notepad.exe has a very promising future.

It's fast, lightweight and refreshingly low-friction — allowing one to jump straight into experimenting with code snippets. It's exactly the Swift playground we've all been wanting.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

The answers you're looking for — and a few you didn't know you needed.

How do I get started?

Download and purchase or try the free version with core features. You can also subscribe to receive information about releases.

Is it an IDE or a text editor?

Both! It's a lightweight IDE with code completion, live error detection, and instant execution — without the bloat. Think Xcode Playgrounds done right.

Wait, isn't Notepad.exe the Windows Notepad? Why name a Mac app ".exe"?

I like to live dangerously.

When will you support language X?

We've got Swift, Python, and JavaScript covered. More languages? Maybe. Stay tuned!

Do I need Xcode installed?

Works with just Swift Toolchain, but having Xcode's SDK lets you run applications. Like having both the recipe and the oven!

Can I develop iOS apps?

Yes, it runs iOS code now. You can build SwiftUI apps, work with UIKit, or experiment with any iOS API using the built-in iOS Simulator integration.

Does it have vim mode?

No, but there's an app named kindaVim that is 100% compatible, and I recommend it!

Is this Swift Studio?

It might transform into one after midnight. Who knows? Check out swiftstudio.app.

Why isn't it open source?

For very mysterious reasons, like protecting the last piece of grandma's secret pie recipe. Plus, parts are open source on GitHub, so I'm not a total villain!

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