Deft
Write Markdown notes and LaTeX papers in one desktop app.
Deft formats Markdown notes as you type, including links, tables, task lists, footnotes, and math. Its LaTeX editor renders source inline and includes a compiler and PDF reader. The editor is free for macOS, Windows, and Linux, with optional encrypted folder sync currently free in beta and planned as a paid add-on.
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What is Deft best for?
Deft is a freemium Markdown tool best suited to keeping markdown notes and latex writing in a local folder. It is available as Desktop app on macOS, Windows, Linux, and its source status is proprietary.
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Reviewed October 5, 2026
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Editing experience
Files and offline use
- Local Markdown files
- Folder or workspace support
- Works offline
Markdown support
- Tables
- Task lists
- Footnotes
- Math
Output and extensions
- PDF export
At a glance
- Pricing
- Freemium
- Source
- Proprietary
- Best for
- Keeping Markdown notes and LaTeX writing in a local folder
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