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Manuscript vs Apostrophe: catalog facts
Manuscript	Apostrophe
Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0-or-later.	Free Free and open source under the GPL-3.0-or-later licence.
Linux	Linux
Native GNOME interface Written in Rust	Focus mode for distraction-free writing Live rendered preview
Very young project, created in 2026 Linux only	Linux only Edits single files rather than managing a notes library
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License: GPL-3.0-or-later
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026

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