SymWriter 2

SymWriter 2

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About

Traditional word processors include dozens of options for formatting text, distracting you from what really matters, writing. Calmly Writer is an editor designed to focus on what you want to tell, with a simple, unobtrusive, and easy-to-use user interface. Calmly Writer has been designed to help you focus on writing. As you start typing, all the distracting options disappear from the user interface. The "focus mode" option highlights only the paragraph you are editing at the time. Format your text simply by selecting and clicking on the desired style. If you prefer, you can also do it with keyboard shortcuts or markdown. As long as you do not close a document tab, that document will be opened every time you start the application. If the document was not saved, its backup will be loaded. Calmly Writer displays the number of words and characters written, and allows you to set a target. You can choose between light, dark, dark blue, dune and old-school mode.

About

Writers of any ability can use SymWriter 2, a symbol word processor, to see the meaning of words as they type or input content from grids, supporting access to new or challenging vocabulary. Download now and join 1000's of teachers and professionals who use SymWriter 2 to remove literacy barriers and support their students writing composition. SymWriter 2's easy-to-use symbol word processor is the perfect tool to support emergent and/or reluctant writers. 100's of ready-made editable environments to assist recording communication and demonstrate learning. Options including switch access make writing accessible to students who have difficulty using a keyboard to input text. SymWriter 2's document writer and interactive grids can be used to support and develop students writing at all levels. SymWriter 2's interactive environments use on-screen grids to make writing accessible to users who may have difficulties using a keyboard.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Any user searching for a notepad solution for writing and formatting text

Audience

Teachers and educational organizations interested in a symbol word processor designed to improve vocabulary skills

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

$11.45 one-time payment
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

$211
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 3.0 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 3.5 / 5
design 3.5 / 5
support 3.0 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 4.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Calmly is like a markdown editor (sort of?) for writers. I still don't get what all the hype is about with markdown. I get that pure text files will still be readable post-apocalypse as long as one computer exists (or whatever that crowd goes on and on about) but beyond that? It's quick and "easy" to format if you learn a lot of new shortcuts/syntax, taking of valuable brain space better spent on things related to actually writing. Back to Calmly: It's pretty! Well, mine is. You can set yours however you want, but mine is a deep navy background with an orchid purple font. Don't ask me how this isn't distracting, it just isn't. Granted, this is the paid-for (very cheap!) desktop version, not the free web version, so it has more customization options. It is somehow actually soothing. I'm a stress-writer. And eater. And, well, I'm sure you get the point. I write when I'm stressed and writing ([well] or trying to, anyway) stresses me out. But I don't see or feel any of the noise when I'm using Calmly. There's no risk to using the free web version, forever or just to try, unless that is, you don't want to replace your current writer/editor. In which case, what are you doing here?!
  • N/A.

Cons

  • The person who reviewed before me didn't know what they were talking about, so I guess that's a con that's not at all the fault of Calmly. I bought this software in November 2022 and did not get charged at all beyond the first time. Make sure you're signing up for the right stuff, read the fine print, don't go to crappy websites, use an adblocker and don't click shady links, and run MalwareBytes, because you (dear other reviewer) clearly have something else going on.
  • All one can find is information about a one time fee. Thereafter they draw $30 from your account monthly.

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • Allow a visual word processor. Amazing for kids who need visual support for writing. Kids on the spectrum, or kids who find the multisensory support helpful.

Cons

  • Cost. Lack of accessibility. Difficult to buy. Lack of awareness. Lack of marketing.

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Calmly Writer
www.calmlywriter.com

Company Information

Widgit
Founded: 2009
United Kingdom
www.widgit.com/products/symwriter/index.htm

Alternatives

SymWriter 2

SymWriter 2

Widgit

Alternatives

yWriter

yWriter

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Pure Writer

Pure Writer

Drakeet

Categories

Categories

Integrations

Microsoft Word

Integrations

Microsoft Word
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