ghostwriter is a text editor for Markdown that runs on Windows and Linux.
The tool addresses the need for a distraction-free writing environment tailored to Markdown documents. It provides a focused interface designed for composing content such as blog posts, academic papers, or longer-form writing projects. The editor emphasizes simplicity and readability by removing visual clutter that might interrupt the writing process.
The project suits writers and content creators who work primarily in Markdown and value a dedicated, streamlined interface over general-purpose text editors. It is part of the KDE ecosystem and integrates with KDE Gears releases on Linux distributions. Those on Windows or macOS should note that installers are planned but not yet available, though building from source is possible with Qt 6. The tool is available through standard package managers on major Linux distributions including Ubuntu and Fedora.
Development activity shows consistent maintenance with regular updates integrated into KDE Gears releases. The project maintains active documentation and provides quick reference guides for users. Build infrastructure is actively managed, with attention to platform-specific considerations such as Qt 6 rendering behavior on Windows in full-screen mode. The codebase is written in C++ and hosted within the KDE project infrastructure, indicating ongoing integration with the broader KDE development ecosystem.
