This is a simple yet powerful text editor that let you browse and edit any kind of text on your device and on the cloud (including iCloud, Google Drive, Box and more).
FEATURES:
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◆ Browse and edit all kinds of text on your device and on the cloud
◆ Support TXT, RTF or any file that can be read as text like HTML, CSS, JS
◆ View text in any font and style
◆ Rich Text editing
◆ Share your files anywhere
◆ Dark Mode support
Text Editor+:
• You can subscribe to unlock dark mode and unlimited usage.
• Subscription auto-renew at the end of current period, unless cancelled 24-hours in advance prior to the end of the current period. The subscription fee is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Per Apple policy, no cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term.
Terms of use: https://tapuniverse.com/terms/
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Text Editor. Positive Reviews
Cannot access old files without paying a subscriptionIt looks like my trial for text editor ended, but I was surprised to found that I couldn’t access documents I’d already written in the past. While I understand that this may have been included in the terms somewhere, it really would have been nice if this was made clearer, or if TextEdit had stopped us from creating new documents and made the files read only. I hope I’m mistaken, and am happy to revise my rating if someone can explain how I can open my old files (and preferably copy/paste them into some other file).
Edit: Nevermind, if you’ve saved the files on the iCloud you can open them. Not sure what the situation is if you haven’t saved them. Sorry for the confusion..AkmahajaVersion: 1.3.1
What’s up with dark mode?Edit: Thanks so much for fixing the problem! It works perfectly now! This app is awesome and has been so useful for writing my stories. Great job.
The dark mode feature is not working. Whenever I try to use any of my files, the dark mode feature is applied but the font also stays black as well. In order to write, I have to change the font color to white so that I could see the words better. Very tedious task to do for all my files..OrthaneVersion: 1.3.1
Wonderful for Direct EditingRecently installed this app for BP editing on SFS, allows me to edit zipped app files directly without jailbreaking my 14 and voiding my warranty.
5 stars! Though I would appreciate a file search and open feature in the app, you can pop files out of the IOS "Files" app..GamingFury37Version: 1.4.2
Fatal flaw :(I hate leaving bad reviews because they seem really mean, but I just wrote out a very long document in a complete state of flow. that's a positive, good UI facilitates flow. Unfortunately I didn't think to save, which is on me..
But it shouldn't be so easy to delete everything. I accidentally hit the wrong part of the screen and closed the document. Everything was gone.
I wish there was a warning, or less surface area available to mess things up. The way it's set up now, it's effectively a live document surrounded by a delete button..LunatiktikVersion: 1.3.2
Mostly goodNice little text editor. One issue I found is that on some files, after editing and closing, the changes are saved with no option to not save the changes. On another file it saved a copy and did not overwrite the original. This is inconsistent and can be confusing.
Then, after closing the file, I could not delete it because the editor didn’t close the file properly..Rich&BigVersion: 1.4.2
Cross Application UsageI like this app because when I enter something on my MacBook Air, I can find it and open it quickly on my iPad. That feature isn’t always as readily available with some other apps..HempyDnVersion: 1.4.0
Too short free trialOkay, by “free trial” I mean the free period you get with the app once you, well, install it. I have only edited one document one time and then when I tried to edit it again, it gave me a message saying “3 day trial and then $0.99 per month subscription”.
It’s a well-made app but I can’t use it again…not unless I reinstall it to trick it-I mean DON’T DO IT..Suspense_ComixVersion: 1.4.1
Good ReviewThis app is amazing, keeps me with my studies, work, and task I need to remember! If you haven’t downloaded this app I suggest you should. This is more easier took keep notes. Papers can get lost easily but or phone or tablet can’t get lost forever!.AutumnaaliyahjohnsonVersion: 1.4.0
Exactly What I Was Looking For!I love it! I am not tech savvy at all. I wanted a basic iOS word processing app that could easily be opened in other OS platforms. The user interface is perfect for my needs and it works flawlessly for my simple needs..Happy Camper 32Version: 1.4.1
Best app but not reallyI like the normal version but I have 1 issue. I have a eye sight issue of the color white and I have no money to unlock the dark mode and I had to delete the app because because it wasn’t good.Pooper$37:)Version: 1.3.3
Simple but perfectQuick and simple text editor. Does one thing but does it well. Can’t ask for more than that.Jpo237Version: 1.4.0
Text Editor is Great; I’m writing a book right now!Text Editor is Great; I’m writing a book right now! I searched for a book writing app and couldn’t find a free one until Text Editor..Criz topperVersion: 1.3.3
AwesomeYou can change the font sizes, you can get a true view experience as you do from vi or text pad with no word wrapping. I’m so amazed by this iPad text editor!!!.LeagueTree27Version: 1.4.1
This app got randomly added to my iPad and I thought it was by appleWhenever I get a new app on my iPad I bet it’s by apple unless I got it but no this was from TapUniverse??.Nikanabc1234Version: 1.4.2
I don’t know how do you use itIt’s good, but it was hard.M•A•C🐹🐭🦊Version: 1.4.2
Good appIt’s a good app, but onc eyou start writing enough, the text will be blocked by the keyboard which is kind of annoying..QpalzmwoskcnepVersion: 1.3.2
I just started using it... how am I suppose to know how good it is.Hhhbh Bobbggggvggggv.Severed1234Version: 1.3.3
Absolutely incredibleSick ui, and very easy to use.DivinquantxVersion: 1.1.2
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Text Editor. Negative Reviews
PaywallI’m not gonna lie I was pretty excited to get this and be able to edit some txt files however once I figured out I could only edit 3 before I would have to purchase a subscription is just a massive turn off. I understand that the company has to make a profit but I’m not paying a dollar weekly just to edit a couple files. Overall the quality seems great and it’s sad that I feel the need to write a negative review because this is a useful app with a purpose but since I would have to pay a subscription for editing a few files I don’t see this as a great investment for my time and money.Sandstone_Joe_YTVersion: 1.4.1
I tried to like it......but really it wouldn’t even be usable if it had been free. My phone is set to dark mode so the application supports dark mode which seems like it would be nice. However, it cannot view and RTF document creates on the MacOS with editing the text colors of the same document. But then that document will not display correctly on the Mac. If the colors are set to undefined for backgrand and text the Mac will correctly set the background to black and the text to white when dark mode is on. However this application will set the background and the text to both black. So, I lost my money and moved on to a different application especially after no replay to my earlier review from the application owner..RokairVersion: 1.1.2
Useless unle$$ you payWhen I launched the app for the first time it presented me with a screen that gave me one option only: pay for a subscription. No other option – not even to try the app to see if it's useful for me or whether it functions at all. Between the deceitful design that makes it look like a free app when it has no free functionality at all and the abysmal reviews citing constant crashes and disappearing documents, it appears to me that the entire value in downloading this app is that it allows one to write a review like this, warning others off before they fall victim to this seemingly maliciously crafted software.
I know *I'm* outta here....PlaintigerVersion: 1.4.1
You Can't Be Serious!The freely downloadable version of this app is identified as having "in app purchases". What that really means is that after working with just three files, you have to subscribe to do any more.
I am not even slightly interested in software by subscription, no matter the price or how well it does the task it was designed to perform. I will be looking elsewhere for something that can be licensed in perpetuity and not by subscription.
Also: popping up a message asking me to rate my experience with the software is nigh unto inexcusable. Doing so and then completely losing the state of what I was working on is squarely in the territory of Just Don't Ever.
I rarely review apps owing to the rage inducing nature of the onscreen keyboard, but this one warrants an exception since a subscription for a text editor and interrupting my work to ask me how I like the application and messing up what I was doing in the process are all beyond the pale. Stay away...hopefully something better is out there..UxwbillVersion: 1.4.1
Unclear/Misleading App DescriptionUNLESS you subscribe, ZERO use is allowed, but the trial period and condition of use without subscription is NOT laid out. What is laid out only says “subscribe to enable dark more and unlimited tools” rather than what happens.
No subscription means no access to any files you created during the free use of the tool that you were led to believe was forever unless you wanted the advanced tools.
I’m not saying this was nefarious, but it seems the developer reads/writes english fine, so I’m just guessing it’s another attempt to strongarm subscriptions when you haven’t REALLY used the tool, but thought you could grow into it..Squirrels EverywhereVersion: 1.4.1
Expensive and doesn't save your workTried to edit a file on OneDrive. The interface is decent, about as good as the Files app, and it's easy to open a file (once you get past the pressure to subscribe), but when I closed the file you've edited, my edits were gone. File appears unmodified (modification timestamp doesn't change) - it's like I was never there. Then, while trying to refresh the screen and reopen the file, I guess I opened it too many times, so the app will only prompt me to subscribe. I'd prefer a non-subscription price, but can't even get to considering the price when it doesn't save my work..G-MoVersion: 1.4.2
Impossible to use for freeThis app hides that you can’t open a 2nd file without being forced to give feedback via a non-closeable pop up. Upon the 3rd file being opened, the user gets a no -close able pop up that demands you start the “free trial of paid features” with no way to use the app until you accept their terms to run as a paid subscription of $52/year. Very deceptive, very expensive, and WAY too little value nor features when so many 100% free options exist. But … it was usable for the first 2 text files I opened.🤣.Billy'n'hollyVersion: 1.4.1
Can’t use without trial upgradeI got this on recommendation from Google. There’s a paid version called Text Editor+, but all I really needed was to read a few files. First couple opened with minimal fuss. Now I’m on the fourth file and the app refuses to let me open a file without signing up for me free, cancel-anytime trial of Text Editor+. This is just another scam by a subscription product to get you signed up some something that you then forget about and end up unconsciously paying $1/week for. Sure, I can afford the $1/week, but I’m deleting the app on principle now because of their extremely heavy-handed tactics..MstenersVersion: 1.4.1
Not free!Downloaded because I needed a simple editor to edit some .txt files in iCloud Drive. Thought I’d found the solution. But now, every time I open, it forces me to “claim” my “Free” text edit + upgrade. Which is free for 3 days only then a subscription. I don’t want any of the things the “upgrade” gets me (dark mode, removed ads, etc). I’m find with the free version. But the app is now useless, as I can’t edit ANY document without the “claim your (not) free upgrade” coming up again. There’s no “I don’t want that” choice. App is now useless to me unless I agree to a subscription for upgrade features I don’t want. Uninstalled..Bill1287Version: 1.4.2
$52 annually to write text filesThis app does not do anything unless you pay for their “premium” version. You can open and edit two files before it forces you to either pay up, or uninstall. Reading and writing are the two most basic features a text editor can have, not “premium” features. This is software that’s been around for literally decades, and putting a staggering $52 annual fee for the most basic of tools in this way is dishonest and absurdly expensive. I hope they either remove the premium lock or add features besides “dark mode” to make it an ACTUAL upgrade..Rooftop001Version: 1.4.1
Find function unusable, hangsGot rid of this thing almost immediately. Tried to find a one word text string to get to where I wanted to edit. It initiated the search after one letter, guess what there were many thousands of hits. Then it got hung, I couldn’t cancel, the Done button was dead. What did work perfectly? The pop up saying the free version only allows 10 files per week. Guess we know where the dev’s priorities are. I’d happily pay if this thing actually worked. But it’s useless for longer files. Too bad, there’s a need for a tool like this..Catspaw10Version: 1.4.1
Upgrade is mandatoryThis is not made clear, but you can’t use the product unless you upgrade. They hype the upgrade as “use dark mode,” and have rich text, etc., but I didn’t want that. I just wanted a text editor. The assumption from how it’s described is that you can use the basic version without upgrading if you don’t want those features. Mmm, but no. After creating two rudimentary files, I couldn’t create a third unless I upgraded. Plus the first two now seem inaccessible..Warrior rabbitVersion: 1.4.2
Locks access to filesI just wanted a simple app to edit txt files. This let me edit a file once, then refused to open it again and just kept popping up the free trial to their weekly subscription upgrade when the basic version would do everything I need. I couldn't even view the file anymore while this was installed because Files just tried to open it in here and this would do nothing until I signed up for the subscription..DKesserVersion: 1.4.1
Not so goodI am new to the iPad and was surprised to find there is no simple text editor (?!) I wanted to fix an error in a CSV file so I d/l this one. Total surprise #2: it is a subscription based payment plan that kicks after 3 days. Oooookay! Credit card required just to kick the tires? Ugh! But then, this goofy text editor could not even handle opening the file (much less copy + paste one line to fix the poorly written CSV). Oh well… it’s probably great for RTF stuff..XM_suxVersion: 1.4.0
Don’t use unless you buy!I probably should have payed closer attention to the terms, but it really should be made more clear. If you write something on here without the premium version and then try to access it later you will be locked out of your paper! I wrote a whole paper for my class, and now I’m locked out of it; I’m screwed. I can’t help but feel like my paper is being held hostage, and unfortunately my bank account is empty, so I will miss my deadline for school thanks to this app..Gaia WillisVersion: 1.4.1
Waste of TimeI downloaded this app in a pinch because I wanted to work with some .txt files that I already had. I was able to open one of them and edit it as I needed to. I chose to save but when I went to open the document it wouldn’t allow me to without subscribing to their “premium” offering. I did this so that I could access the file only to find that my changes had not been saved.
This is the worst kind of app and I highly recommend choosing another for your text editor needs..JebediahhughesVersion: 1.3.1
Breaks in a few days if you refuse to payDon’t bother with this offensive app. After the first few days, it will no longer open documents, it just goes to an upgrade page. It will let you upgrade to a paid subscription or exit the app, but it won’t let you open your existing docs with the free version.
This isn’t an app, it’s a trap! Word to the authors: you have to actually give value in the free version; that’s what motivates people to upgrade..SvordicusVersion: 1.4.0
Very Limited - nothing works after trial (better options)This could be a great app. It should be a 1-time purchase but instead they went for the monthly fee.
The basic features work very well. Many of the features you’d expect require payment and you must pay weekly.
I have found many better apps that are newer and free so will be uninstalling this now..TylerGillVersion: 1.4.2
Used for 5 minutes then had to buyWhat a stupid app. I used it for 5 minutes then I was prompted to buy it to use it again. There’s no escape or way to get out of the stupid Lock Screen without closing the app entirely. Horrible business practice by a crappy company. I will say, in the 5 minutes I used it I liked what it offered. But its ridiculous to even download this app as it does nothing and then forces you to buy the paid app and subscribe..Bawsin itupVersion: 1.4.0
Nice 5 minute free trialWith a app name as generic as "text editor" you'd be pretty surprised to see a paywall show up after only FIVE minutes of tasks that you feel like you shouldn't need to download an app for.
This thing better be one banger of a text editor if I'm being asked to pay for a mobile version of windows notepad.
Just get the EasyEditText app instead. It's basically just a free version of this app..Pickles r awesomeVersion: 1.4.0
Bait and switch: NOT Free, and insane subscription modelThis app on its own is completely useless…you create a text file, then you can’t reopen it without getting (buying) the plus version!!
Then, to top things off, the price is 99 cents PER WEEK!!! I hate the software subscription model to begin with, but to pay weekly for a flippin’ text editor is ridiculous. At vest this would be a one-time $3-$5 app.
And: if you look at the In-App Purchases list in the App Store, it simply states “Text Editor+ $.99”, but neglects to mention that it’s per week. Apple has to prevent these developer tricks and encourage transparency.
Kudos on the no-tracking of personal info. Too bad everything else you do is suspect.
Congrats, guys: a new low in scamming people..BelikemichaelVersion: 1.3.3
Garbage appTried to edit a text file on OneDrive. It let me open it, make edits, but there is no option to save the file, as far as i could find. I tried poking around a bit and quickly got blocked by a paywall. If you want me to pay for your app, at least make a functional trial long enough where I can verify it does what I want. All you did is succeed in getting me to delete the app and find something else. Well done..BollwerkVersion: 1.4.0
Dark mode NEEDS to be freeI understand you guys wanna make your money and rip people off for a simple tool but dark mode is an accessibility setting and locking it behind a pay wall is a complete jerk move to the people who need it to see their screen better. Also if you wanna make money so bad then run ads because charging a subscription for something that like dark mode while EVERY other app that has dark mode includes it for FREE..Universe_masterVersion: 1.4.1
99¢ a week isn’t breaking the bank but stillIt’s been a long while since I’ve used this app but now I try to use it and I have to pay 99¢ a week to do something as simple as typing… thankfully there’s other apps out there now that are free and let you do that and even do RTF free. I’m not against paying, just not for something so simple. Charge for other features. The basics of the app shouldn’t be behind a paywall..ZacmasseyVersion: 1.4.1
Too much $$$ for a text editorThe subscription price is unreasonable for a text editor.
I cannot imagine too many people that work with text files so frequently that this cost would be worth it. I would MAYBE consider it if it were a monthly fee but even that would require some consideration.
Consider that BBEdit (widely considered the premier text editor on the Mac) is a $50 one-time purchase and offers so much more functionaility..Randy_byersVersion: 1.4.1
SCAM (read below)The moment you try to access a document you created on the app, It will not let you without you upgrading. There is no "free" app, it doesn't even let you try it before forcing you to upgrade even just to access. I deleted the document I created on the app, and unfortunately the document now remains on my iPad's Files app because the original was deleted. This app is a SCAM. Don't upgrade, don't download..Pember071Version: 1.4.1
Don’t botherI downloaded this app yesterday to try out. Today it will not let me use it unless I agree to a 3 day free trial and then $.99 a month. Don’t say something is free and then block use unless the user signs up and provides credit card/payment information. Really sick and tired of this approach. If I keep and use something I pay the developer for his/her efforts. This may have been a great product, bummer..Oh_nevermindVersion: 1.4.2
Pathetic little appI tried using this app, it was having good features and i was thinking of buying it, then suddenly i am not able to open the file i just created .. it was not even allowing me to view the file i created without purchasing their weekly plan.. if this is the case do not allow to create in first place. I had to redo all my work again because of it .. pathetic..Singh2222Version: 1.4.0
Has so much potentialLove the layout and the ease of use. But it is just too glitchy to use. Some files cause the app to freeze and others the app will let you scroll a little bit then slam you back to the bottom. Or lock you in the center. If the fix these small issues it is a very good app.Rosey122101Version: 1.4.2
Stay away from this appInitially the app was fine. Now whenever you open a document it just keeps prompting you to subscribe to their paid services which they call “Claim your free Text Editor+ and unlock all features!”.
LOL, they say that while locking you out of ALL functionalities of the app, even the very basic ones.
Like one of the other reviews says: Try EasyEditText instead..Swimming ShoebillVersion: 1.4.0
$50 a year. Seriously?I just need need to type some text and be able to do a find and replace on some but not all occurs cues of a word. The app has a find and a replace all occurrences but to replace just some you have to type in the replacement word for every single occurrence . How hard could it be to add a “next” on the find and replace.
As for the dollar a week forever fee, that’s just laughable..Duck88abcdVersion: 1.4.1
Useful text editor hidden behind a mountain of dark patternsWhile it had a lot of good features it kept asking me to subscribe after a while it didn’t even let me open the file I was editing until I paid. While I understand that the devs should be paid they should instead have made the app paid instead of this bait and switch dark pattern..CarloscheddarVersion: 1.4.2
Can’t use unless you paySo tired of these bait and switch trash apps. You can download the app but you can’t actually do anything with it unless you “upgrade to the free trial”. Can’t open, create, edit, nothing. Literally the first thing you do forces you to upgrade, and there are no other options. It’s also $0.99 EACH WEEK. $52/yr? Are you kidding? Don’t waste your time..Justauser364Version: 1.4.1
Crashes the Files appIt crashes the Files app every time I click a text file. And when it crashes, it freezes the “Upgrade” (aka Give Us Money) message on the screen. I think that means they either did it deliberately or they don’t know how to program a quality app, doesn’t it? This app didn’t do anything close to editing text, for me..Dan MashVersion: 1.4.1
Crashes trying to open larger text filesI know it’s not common for a large text file, but this app can’t handle it. It’s so frustrating. I have a hosts file I need to edit, and this app can’t do anything I need it to. As soon as I try to open the hosts file, this app freezes and becomes unresponsive. You want people to pay $4 a month for this uselessness?!.HunkadunkaderkenVersion: 1.3.3
Absurdly expensive & no transparency around price or length of trial periodWith no warning, the app suddenly stops working until you pay $0.99 EVERY WEEK! That’s $52 a year for a simple text editor! The app seems to work well but that’s totally insane and the lack of transparency around the pricing and length of the trial period is dishonest..Gumby The GreenVersion: 1.4.0
Scam: concealed real categoryThis is NOT a free software. It's subscription based from the get go..Ma2681Version: 1.4.2
Useless unless you subscribeThe subscription comes to more than $50 a year- terrible value..South_islandVersion: 1.4.2
Just an ad for paid versionLiterally cannot do anything without purchase. For text. What a joke..PuksaVersion: 1.4.2
LOL 4 dollars a monthWaste of space and time..App-Reviewer-GuyVersion: 1.4.2
NOT FREEDidn’t even get to use the app before it asks for a subscription fee. Coo coo coo. 👎.Iheart.chuVersion: 1.4.2
Doesn’t deserve the search position it has in the App StoreYou will only be able to add/edit/view files a couple of times. After, the app will become view locked by a pop up modal requiring you to subscribe without even listing the features you would be subscribing for. Don’t get corralled into making a convenience subscription purchase because you already downloaded the app. Just download a lower ranked app or better change your search to “code editor”.JayyyystinVersion: 1.4.1
Not actually freeIt is deceptive to call an app a “text editor”, offer it for free, but not allow you to edit text for free. This app is a lie. They should be forced to advertise it at the actual price..Jabberwocky-CSVersion: 1.4.1
Allowed to use it once before the only option was to upgradeI opened the app once and played with the different features and settings to see what it offered and I could do. I then tried opening it a bit later on and now my only option is to tap an upgrade button. No other option allowed and can’t do anything else except tap the upgrade button! So this is a try once and then pay for it app!!!.CovKid66Version: 1.4.1
PaywallJust wanted to read a text file. I open it ONCE and the only thing I'm allowed to do is click the upgrade button before anything else.DojoMojoMofoVersion: 1.4.1
Bait and switch.This app used to be good, now won’t do anything, just leaves you stuck on an upgrade screen. Too bad was good for occasional use but too expensive..Zeeman67Version: 1.4.1
Not freeTap + to create a file, enter the file name and you'll get prompted to upgrade.
Completely misleading, it's not a free text editor..Sean45338733Version: 1.4.0
A subscription for a basic text editor?Are you kidding me?.Stuart B14Version: 1.4.0
Garbage.Stopped working free. Says upgrade for extra features and no ads. But can’t use it at all..MadH69Version: 1.4.0
GarbageTotal waste of time.DisappointedGuy1234Version: 1.3.3
As soon as I said I liked it, it stopped workingTelling me I can use Free Text Editor + but it’s actually paid.MueezsVersion: 1.3.2
Pay pay payCrap. Could not even print my small test..2019RoyVersion: 1.3.2
Stops you from using it for freeAfter opening and editing a few documents over a few days it prompts you to pay $1 a week..546545466Version: 1.3.2
Very buggyThe very first document I created crashed the app when I hit “save”. When I went back to it, the document was empty. Underlining makes text invisible, not underlined. Really unreliable, and definitely not worth a _weekly_ subscription of $1.29.Daffodil ElevenVersion: 1.3.2
Reading positionLoses reading position every time you switch away from the app.DekaritaeVersion: 1.3.2
Edits 3 files, then wants you to pay $1.50 EVERY WEEK.Seriously?!
Apple should have put a basic text editor in the Files app..Nordii08Version: 1.3.2
Not neededI prefer MS words or Apple Pages..Great-PhoenixVersion: 1.1.2
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