About the Scratch Text Editor

This free online text editor by Online Apps Lab is a minimalist, browser-based scratchpad designed for developers, writers, and anyone needing a temporary space for their notes. Unlike traditional text editors that require local installation, our editor runs entirely in your browser, leveraging local storage to keep your notes safe even if you refresh the page.

This tool is ideal for "scratch" work: pasting code snippets for temporary editing, drafting quick emails, or cleaning up messy text data before moving it to a final destination. With built-in real-time search and word counting, it provides the essential features of a desktop editor with the convenience of a web app.

How to Use

Start Typing: Simply click in the editor area and begin writing. Your work is saved automatically.
Import Files: Drag and drop any .txt or code file directly onto the editor to load its content.
Search & Navigate: Use the search bar to find keywords. Navigate matches using the up/down arrows.
Download: Click the "Download" button to save your current work as a .txt file locally.

Key Features

Persistence: Uses localStorage to remember your text even after closing the tab.
High-Speed Search: Real-time highlighting of search matches as you type.
Match Cycling: Smoothly scroll between search results with intuitive navigation buttons.
Privacy Centric: No data is ever uploaded to our servers; your text stays on your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my text safe?

Yes. We use standard browser storage to keep your text. It will remain available as long as you use the same browser and don't clear your site data/cache.

What file types are supported?

You can drag and drop any plain text-based file, including .txt, .md, .js, .css, .html, and more.