EdgeMark
Open-source Markdown notes in macOS side panel – always one edge away
AI Summary
EdgeMark is a native macOS app that provides a Markdown notes panel at the screen edge. With edge activation, CodeMirror 6 WYSIWYG editor, and local storage as .md files, it offers an open-source alternative to SideNotes. Notes remain under your control and can be used with any editor or sync service.
✓ Pros
- + Fully open-source with local .md files – complete data control
- + Elegant edge activation with floating panel on all virtual desktops
- + WYSIWYG Markdown editor with slash commands and keyboard shortcuts
✗ Cons
- − Only available for macOS – no Windows or Linux support
- − Still a relatively young project with fewer features than established alternatives
Use Cases
- → Retrieve quick notes during work with a mouse gesture at the screen edge
- → Create Markdown documentation with WYSIWYG editor and save as .md files
- → Manage task lists and to-do lists with task list support
- → Capture code snippets and technical notes with syntax highlighting
Who is it for?
For macOS users looking for a fast, privacy-friendly Markdown notes solution with side panel access and full control over their files.
