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jEditor

Fast, Lightweight IDE for Mac

A powerful, native Mac code editor and IDE supporting 60+ programming languages, with built-in server & browser preview, Git integration, and blazing-fast performance.

Download jEditor Mac code editor from Mac App Store

Requires macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later

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Automatic Indentation

Automatically detects indent style and width, balances brackets and HTML tags, and formats code as you type for all supported languages.

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Smart Code Completion

Write code faster with intelligent suggestions based on variables, types, and functions, for multiple languages supported out-of-the-box.

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Split Editor

View or edit multiple parts of a document side by side or work on different documents simultaneously without switching tabs.

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Nested Languages Support

Perfectly highlight and auto-complete embedded code (like JavaScript and CSS inside HTML, or HTML inside PHP) for accurate syntax assistance.

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Built-in Server & Browser Preview

jEditor provides a built-in HTTP server and an integrated browser for real-time preview of your web projects. Instantly see changes as you code HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, or Markdown.

You can also connect to custom servers and view dynamic content without leaving jEditor. This feature streamlines development workflows, letting you focus on coding and testing in a single unified environment.

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High-Performance Code Editor

jEditor is a fast, lightweight code editor built natively for macOS in Swift. Leveraging multi-core CPUs and GPU acceleration, it handles large projects with ease while delivering smooth editing. With essentials like syntax highlighting, intelligent indentation, and smart code completion, jEditor helps developers and writers code faster and with precision.

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Powerful Find & Replace

Search and replace using simple text or advanced regular expressions with results shown in an easy-to-navigate interface.

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Go to Anything

Jump to lines, functions, classes, or symbols quickly using the outline inspector or the “Go to Line” feature for faster navigation.

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Live Statistics

Track characters, words, and lines for the selection or the entire document via the status bar for better code management.

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Tabbed Interface

Quickly switch between multiple open documents using drag-and-drop tabs for efficient multitasking.

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Built-in Git Version Control

jEditor integrates full Git support directly into your Mac code editor. Manage repositories, track changes, and collaborate with teammates without leaving the app. jEditor supports Git operations such as stage, commit, merge, checkout, push, pull, and fetch using HTTPS or SSH.

Connect to popular Git platforms including GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and Gitea. jEditor highlights changed files, tracks repository history, and provides line-by-line diff view, making it easy to review changes and resolve conflicts efficiently.

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Manage Multiple Projects Efficiently with Launcher

jEditor’s Launcher lets you organize multiple projects effortlessly, keeping them separate and easy to access. Control the appearance of project windows by showing or hiding navigators, inspectors, and toolbars according to your workflow.

jEditor automatically remembers workspace layouts, text selections, and scroll positions for all open files in a project. When you return, your project opens exactly where you left off, saving time and improving productivity.

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Themes

Choose from six built-in themes or create custom themes for light and dark modes, personalizing your coding environment.

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Completely Customizable

jEditor offers customizable settings to fit your workflow, including source control, editor appearance, startup behavior, text and line settings, themes, and more.

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Performance & Lightweight

Swift-powered, optimized for multi-core CPUs and GPU acceleration. Handles large files smoothly with minimal memory footprint.

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Custom Key Bindings

Configure keyboard shortcuts for all actions in jEditor. Assign your own keys for navigation, editing, Git, and project tasks to boost productivity.

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Why Choose jEditor?

jEditor is more than a code editor—it’s a lightweight, high-performance IDE for macOS tailored for web development and general programming. Here’s why developers prefer jEditor over other editors:

  • Native macOS Performance: Written in Swift, jEditor leverages your Mac’s CPU and GPU for fast, responsive editing.
  • Supports 60+ Languages: From HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and Swift to Fortran and RTF documents, jEditor handles it all.
  • Built-in Git & Source Control: Stage, commit, merge, push, and pull directly from the app with an intuitive GUI.
  • Projects & Workspaces: Keep multiple projects organized with workspace layouts, navigators, and inspectors.
  • Preview & Built-in Server: View HTML and web projects instantly in the built-in browser or custom server setup.
  • Feature-Rich Editor: Syntax highlighting, automatic indentation, code completion, split editor, nested language support, and more.
  • Customizable Workflow: Themes, key bindings, editor settings, line wraps, and more let you code your way.
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Download jEditor – Fast, Lightweight Code Editor for Mac

jEditor is a high-performance, easy-to-use code editor for Mac, designed for developers, writers, and students. Access all your files quickly with the intuitive sidebar, tab bar, and path bar. Compatible with the latest macOS, jEditor supports 60+ languages, built-in Git, server/browser preview, and fully customizable settings. Start coding, writing, and managing projects efficiently today.

Download jEditor Mac code editor compatible with latest macOS

Requires macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later