devlog Write85


v1.3 (2025-09)
- Added mouse text selection and copy/paste support
- Implemented configurable save directory for documents
- Improved automatic scrolling when cursor reaches screen edge
- Fixed long-line wrapping to prevent text from disappearing
- Added ESC menu option to create a new blank document
- Optimized background music playback loop
- Minor visual improvements to retro UI and cursor behavior
v1.2 (2025-06)
- Added multiple retro fonts: C64, IBM, Workbench
- Implemented fullscreen toggle in ESC menu
- Blinking cursor added for better typing feedback
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements
v1.1 (2025-03)
- Initial public release with:
• Text input and editing
• Automatic line wrapping
• Basic ESC menu with save, about, and exit options
• Background music playback
• Keyboard navigation (arrows, backspace, enter)
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Write85
Word processing like it’s 1985 – A modern and simplistic text editor with monochrome style
| Status | Released |
| Category | Tool |
| Author | SoftScrolls |
| Tags | 80s, application, distraction-free, productivity, Retro, software, text-editor, utility, vintage, word-processor |
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It's back! I managed to download it before it vanished. Happy to see it's returned. It's awesome!