Common questions, direct answers.
What to know before downloading and using EaseInk.
Is EaseInk free?
Yes. EaseInk is free to download and use. No account, email, or activation is required, and your Markdown files stay on your device.
Do I need an account?
No. EaseInk works with local Markdown files and does not require an account.
Are documents uploaded to the cloud?
No. Documents and local images are not automatically uploaded. Network images are read from their original URL for display.
Which download should I choose?
On Windows (x64), choose the Setup installer, or the portable ZIP if you prefer not to install. On Mac, Apple M-series chips use arm64 and Intel processors use x64. On Ubuntu, choose the DEB installer, or the portable AppImage, which you mark as executable before running.
Will upgrading from 0.1.x keep my settings?
Yes. Install the new version over the old one. Your settings, recent files, folder workspaces, and recovery snapshots are kept, and your documents are not changed.
Can I browse a folder in EaseInk?
Yes. Open Folder creates a local folder workspace with a sidebar file tree. It stays on your device and does not create cloud sync.
What happens when another app changes my file?
If you have no unsaved edits, EaseInk reloads the updated file. If you do, it protects your local content and uses diff review with a conservative three-way merge; overlapping changes are clearly marked rather than silently overwritten.
Can I edit YAML Front Matter without editing raw YAML?
Yes. EaseInk shows common Front Matter fields as a structured panel in rendered mode. Nested objects, lists, comments, and multiline content retain their original form.
Are the current macOS packages signed?
The current Apple Silicon and Intel packages use ad-hoc signing and are not notarized. On first launch, macOS may say it cannot verify the app; open System Settings, then Privacy & Security, and choose Open Anyway (on older macOS versions you can right-click the app and choose Open).
Which Markdown syntax is supported?
Headings, emphasis, strikethrough, inline code, quotes, lists, tasks, links, tables, YAML Front Matter, fenced code, Mermaid, and KaTeX math are supported.
Can EaseInk export PDF, HTML, and Word .docx?
Yes. It exports PDF, standalone HTML, and native Word .docx files. Word export retains document structure, inline formatting, lists, quotes, tables, code blocks, page layout, page numbers, and local images.
How do I report a bug?
Use the Help menu inside the EaseInk desktop app and choose the feedback action. Include reproduction steps, your operating system, and the EaseInk version.