MarsEdit 3

MarsEdit 3 is a desktop blog editor developed by Red Sweater Software, LLC. According to the vendor, it is designed to facilitate the process of writing, previewing, and publishing blog posts. The software offers a streamlined and powerful interface for bloggers who prefer to work outside of web browsers. It is suitable for bloggers of all sizes, from individual bloggers to small businesses and large organizations. The following are key features of MarsEdit 3:

Streamlined Microposting: According to the vendor, MarsEdit 3 allows users to easily post to their blog with a global keyboard shortcut and a minimalist post editor. This feature provides a quick and effortless way to share thoughts and updates on the blog, offering a streamlined alternative to posting on Twitter for bloggers.

Markdown Syntax Highlighting: The vendor states that MarsEdit 3 provides live, inline coloring and styling of Markdown-formatted text. This feature allows users to enjoy the simplicity of plain text while benefiting from contextual styling, enhancing the writing experience for users who prefer to write in Markdown.

An All-new Rich Text Editor: According to the vendor, MarsEdit 3 utilizes Apple's latest WebKit technologies for a higher performance and more reliable editing interface. This ensures compatibility and takes advantage of future improvements in Apple's frameworks. The rich text editor offers advanced formatting options, providing users with a rich text editing experience.

Usability Enhancements: MarsEdit 3 includes subtle improvements throughout the application to enhance the user experience, according to the vendor. This includes inline find and replace for improved text editing, a calendar-based date panel for easier scheduling, and the ability to easily add sketches or photos to a post using an iOS device.

Rich and Plain Text Editing: The vendor states that MarsEdit 3 supports both rich text and plain text editing modes. This allows users to switch between formats based on their preference. The software also offers preview and conversion of Markdown to HTML if needed.

Advanced WordPress Support: MarsEdit 3 offers comprehensive support for WordPress features such as featured images, post formats, and multiple authors, according to the vendor. Users can also add custom fields that appear directly in the post editor window, providing a seamless integration with WordPress for efficient blog management.

Focused on Writing: According to the vendor, MarsEdit 3 supports Apple's standard full-screen mode for distraction-free writing. It also offers a custom "Typewriter Mode" that keeps text centered vertically, enhancing focus and providing a writing-centric environment for bloggers to concentrate on their content.

A Media Maven: MarsEdit 3 enables users to browse Apple Photos and easily insert images into blog posts, according to the vendor. Users can also drag and drop images directly into the editor, and the software automatically uploads images when ready to publish.

Enhanced Blog Archiving: According to the vendor, MarsEdit 3 allows users to download the entire history of published posts and pages for most blog services. This feature provides a backup of all writing stored safely on the user's Mac, ensuring data integrity and easy access to past content.

Automatic Preview Template: MarsEdit 3 enables users to preview posts as they write, reflecting how they will appear on the web, according to the vendor. The software offers a baseline template that can be downloaded from the blog and customized, providing a real-time preview of the post's appearance.