Formiko for Linux

reStructuredText and MarkDown editor

Overview

Formiko is a text editor designed for Linux users who work with reStructuredText and MarkDown files.

It helps you write and edit documents using these two popular markup languages, which are often used for creating documentation and formatted text.

This software runs only on the Linux platform, making it a good choice if you use a Linux operating system.

Formiko is built with Python and uses Gtk3, GtkSourceView, and Webkit2 technologies.

These help provide a smooth and interactive editing experience.

One of the main features of Formiko is its live preview.

As you write or change your text in reStructuredText or MarkDown, you can immediately see how the output will look.

This preview updates automatically and supports scrolling, so you don’t lose your place while editing.

Formiko includes useful tools that improve writing, such as syntax highlighting, which colors your code to make it easier to read.

It also has a spell checker to catch mistakes, and it saves your work regularly to avoid losing any changes.

Another helpful feature is the option to split the window vertically or horizontally, so you can view multiple parts of your document at the same time.

You can open linked files within the editor, which makes managing related documents easier.

The editor supports exporting your work to JSON and HTML previews but does not currently offer additional export formats or tools for collaboration with others.

Overall, Formiko is a safe and practical choice for Linux users who want a reliable way to edit and preview reStructuredText and MarkDown files.

Pros

  • Supports both reStructuredText and MarkDown editing with live preview.
  • Includes features like syntax highlighting, spell check, and automatic periodic file saving.
  • Allows flexible window splitting and linked file opening for enhanced workflow.

Cons

  • Limited to Linux platform only.
  • No explicit mention of collaboration or export options beyond JSON and HTML preview.

Software details

Platform
Linux
Free license
Yes
Project license
BSD-3-Clause
Mobile friendly
No
Bug tracker
https://github.com/ondratu/formiko/issues

Keywords

Text Editor MarkDown reStructuredText Documentation Markup

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