Bear
Bear is a Markdown-based note-taking application for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS with a focus on elegant design and writing experience. It features nested tags for organization, inline Markdown preview, and cross-note linking.
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KEY FEATURES
Markdown editor with inline preview
Nested tag organization system
Cross-note linking and backlinks
Multiple export formats (PDF, HTML, DOCX)
Focus and typewriter modes
iCloud sync across Apple devices
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Core note-taking features, Basic formatting and tags
iCloud sync, Advanced export options, Themes, Encryption
Free with core features; Pro subscription for sync and advanced features
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