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iA Writer vs Microsoft Journal

A side-by-side look at iA Writer and Microsoft Journal. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

iA Writer

iA Writer

Office & Productivity

iA Writer is a minimalist word processor and text editor designed for distraction-free writing. It has a clean interface with focus mode, syntax highlighting, and file management tools. Good for bloggers, authors, students, and academics writing papers or books.

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Microsoft Journal

Microsoft Journal

Office & Productivity

Microsoft Journal is a digital notebook app developed by Microsoft for Windows that allows users to handwrite or type notes which are stored digitally. It has capabilities including freeform inking with a stylus, text typing, inserting images and clippings, and basic note organization features.

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