Neon-Vision-Editor/README.md

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  <a href="https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases"><img alt="Latest Release" src="https://img.shields.io/github/v/tag/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor?label=release"></a>
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  <img src="docs/images/NeonVisionEditorIcon.png?v=20260310" alt="Neon Vision Editor Logo" width="228"/>
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<p align="center">
  <strong><span style="font-size: 1.2em;">A native editor for markdown, notes, and code across macOS, iPhone, and iPad.</span></strong>
</p>

<p align="center">
  Minimal by design. Quick edits, fast file access, no IDE bloat.
</p>

<p align="center">&nbsp;</p>

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  <strong>Download:</strong>
  <a href="https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases">GitHub Releases</a>
  ·
  <a href="https://apps.apple.com/de/app/neon-vision-editor/id6758950965">App Store</a>
  ·
  <a href="https://testflight.apple.com/join/YWB2fGAP">TestFlight</a>
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  <sub>Share what works well and what should improve for both the app and the README.</sub>
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> Status: **active release**  
> Latest release: **v0.6.1**
> Platform target: **macOS 26 (Tahoe)** compatible with **macOS Sequoia**
> Apple Silicon: tested / Intel: not tested
> Last updated (README): **2026-03-30** for latest release **v0.6.1**

## Start Here

- Jump: [Install](#install) | [Features](#features) | [Contributing](#contributing-quickstart)
- Quick install: [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases), [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/de/app/neon-vision-editor/id6758950965), [TestFlight](https://testflight.apple.com/join/YWB2fGAP)
- Need help quickly: [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting) | [FAQ](#faq) | [Known Issues](#known-issues)

### Start in 60s (Source Build)

1. `git clone https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor.git`
2. `cd Neon-Vision-Editor`
3. `xcodebuild -project "Neon Vision Editor.xcodeproj" -scheme "Neon Vision Editor" -destination 'platform=macOS,name=My Mac' build`
4. `open "Neon Vision Editor.xcodeproj"` and run, then use `Cmd+P` for Quick Open.

| For | Not For |
|---|---|
| Fast native editing across macOS, iOS, iPadOS | Full IDE workflows with deep refactoring/debugger stacks |
| Markdown writing and script/config edits with highlighting | Teams that require complete Intel Mac validation today |
| Users who want low overhead and quick file access | Users expecting full desktop-IDE parity on iPhone |

## Table of Contents

<p align="center">
  <a href="#start-here">Start Here</a> ·
  <a href="#release-channels">Release Channels</a> ·
  <a href="#download-metrics">Download Metrics</a> ·
  <a href="#project-documentation">Project Documentation</a> ·
  <a href="#features">Features</a> ·
  <a href="#release-spotlight">Release Spotlight</a> ·
  <a href="#platform-matrix">Platform Matrix</a><br>
  <a href="#roadmap-near-term">Roadmap (Near Term)</a> ·
  <a href="#troubleshooting">Troubleshooting</a> ·
  <a href="#faq">FAQ</a> ·
  <a href="#changelog">Changelog</a> ·
  <a href="#contributing-quickstart">Contributing Quickstart</a> ·
  <a href="#support--feedback">Support & Feedback</a>
</p>

## Release Channels

<div align="center">
  <table>
    <thead>
      <tr>
        <th>Channel</th>
        <th>Best for</th>
        <th>Delivery</th>
      </tr>
    </thead>
    <tbody>
      <tr>
        <td><img alt="Stable" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Stable-22C55E?style=flat-square"></td>
        <td>Direct notarized builds and fastest stable updates</td>
        <td><a href="https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases">GitHub Releases</a></td>
      </tr>
      <tr>
        <td><img alt="Store" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Store-0A84FF?style=flat-square"></td>
        <td>Apple-managed install/update flow</td>
        <td><a href="https://apps.apple.com/de/app/neon-vision-editor/id6758950965">App Store</a></td>
      </tr>
      <tr>
        <td><img alt="Beta" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Beta-F59E0B?style=flat-square"></td>
        <td>Early testing of upcoming changes</td>
        <td><a href="https://testflight.apple.com/join/YWB2fGAP">TestFlight</a></td>
      </tr>
    </tbody>
  </table>
</div>

## Download Metrics

<p align="center">
  <img alt="All Downloads" src="https://img.shields.io/github/downloads/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/total?style=for-the-badge&label=All%20Downloads&color=0A84FF">
  <img alt="v0.6.1 Downloads" src="https://img.shields.io/github/downloads/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/latest/total?style=for-the-badge&label=v0.6.1&color=22C55E">
</p>

<p align="center"><strong>Release Download + Traffic Trend</strong></p>

<p align="center">
  <img src="docs/images/release-download-trend.svg" alt="GitHub release downloads trend chart" width="100%">
</p>

<p align="center"><em>Styled line chart shows per-release totals with 14-day traffic counters for clones and views.</em></p>
<p align="center">
  <img alt="Unique cloners (14d)" src="https://img.shields.io/static/v1?label=Unique+cloners+%2814d%29&message=298&color=7C3AED&style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Unique visitors (14d)" src="https://img.shields.io/static/v1?label=Unique+visitors+%2814d%29&message=147&color=0EA5E9&style=for-the-badge">
</p>
<p align="center">
  <img alt="Clone snapshot (UTC)" src="https://img.shields.io/static/v1?label=Clone+snapshot+%28UTC%29&message=2026-04-20&color=334155&style=flat-square">
  <img alt="View snapshot (UTC)" src="https://img.shields.io/static/v1?label=View+snapshot+%28UTC%29&message=2026-04-20&color=334155&style=flat-square">
</p>
## Project Documentation

- Release history: [`CHANGELOG.md`](CHANGELOG.md)
- Contributing guide: [`CONTRIBUTING.md`](CONTRIBUTING.md)
- Privacy: [`PRIVACY.md`](PRIVACY.md)
- Security policy: [`SECURITY.md`](SECURITY.md)
- Release checklists: [`release/`](release/) — TestFlight & App Store preflight docs

## What's New Since v0.6.0

- The Project Sidebar and Markdown Preview header were refined across macOS, iPhone, and iPad for cleaner spacing, alignment, and export controls.
- Actions for creating files/folders, plus rename, duplicate, and delete flows
- Refined project sidebar visual hierarchy and interaction density for clearer navigation in large trees
- A dedicated Markdown Preview style toolbar button and consolidated export options into toolbar menus that appear only when preview is active
- Expanded localization coverage for new Markdown Preview toolbar strings (including Simplified Chinese additions)

## Who Is This For?

| Best For | Why Neon Vision Editor |
|---|---|
| Quick note takers | Fast native startup and low UI overhead for quick edits |
| Markdown-focused writers | Clean editing with quick preview workflows on Apple devices |
| Developers editing scripts/config files | Syntax highlighting + fast file navigation without full IDE complexity |

## Why This Instead of a Full IDE?

| Advantage | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Faster startup | Lower overhead for short edit sessions |
| Focused surface | Editor-first workflow without project-system bloat |
| Native Apple behavior | Consistent experience on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS |

## Download

Prebuilt binaries are available on [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases).

| Channel | Best For | Download | Release Track | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **Stable** | Direct notarized builds and fastest stable updates | [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases) | **v0.6.1** | Apple Silicon tested, Intel not fully validated |
| **Store** | Apple-managed installs and updates | [Neon Vision Editor on the App Store](https://apps.apple.com/de/app/neon-vision-editor/id6758950965) | App Store | Automatic Store delivery/update flow |
| **Beta** | Testing upcoming changes before stable | [TestFlight Invite](https://testflight.apple.com/join/YWB2fGAP) | TestFlight | Early access builds for feedback |

## Install

### Quick install (curl)

Install the latest release directly:

```bash
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/main/scripts/install.sh | sh
```

Install without admin password prompts (user-local app folder):

```bash
curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/main/scripts/install.sh | sh -s -- --appdir "$HOME/Applications"
```

### Homebrew

```bash
brew tap h3pdesign/tap
brew install --cask neon-vision-editor
```

Tap repository: [h3pdesign/homebrew-tap](https://github.com/h3pdesign/homebrew-tap)

If Homebrew asks for an admin password, it is usually because casks install into `/Applications`.
Use this to avoid that:

```bash
brew install --cask --appdir="$HOME/Applications" neon-vision-editor
```

### Gatekeeper (macOS 26 Tahoe)

If macOS blocks first launch:

1. Open **System Settings**.
2. Go to **Privacy & Security**.
3. In **Security**, find the blocked app message.
4. Click **Open Anyway**.
5. Confirm the dialog.

## Features

Neon Vision Editor keeps the surface minimal and focuses on fast writing/coding workflows.
Platform-specific availability is tracked in the [Platform Matrix](#platform-matrix) section below.

<p align="center">
  <img alt="Fast Editing" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Fast%20Editing-Tabbed%20%2B%20Large%20Files-22C55E?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Syntax Highlighting" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Syntax-Multi--Language-0A84FF?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Regex Find Replace" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Find%20%26%20Replace-Regex%20Ready-F59E0B?style=for-the-badge">
</p>
<p align="center">
  <img alt="Markdown Preview" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Markdown-Preview%20Templates-DB2777?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Quick Open" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Quick%20Open-Cmd%2BP-7C3AED?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Project Sidebar" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Project%20Sidebar-Recursive%20Navigation-0891B2?style=for-the-badge">
</p>
<p align="center">
  <img alt="Cross Platform" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Cross--Platform-macOS%20%7C%20iOS%20%7C%20iPadOS-2563EB?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Safety" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Safety-Unsupported%20File%20Guards-EA580C?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Privacy" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Privacy-No%20Telemetry-111827?style=for-the-badge">
</p>
<p align="center">
  <img alt="Themes" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Themes-Prism%20Daylight-DB2777?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Tabs" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Tabs-Double--Click%20Close-4F46E5?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Code Snapshot" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Code%20Snapshot-Share%20Images-F97316?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="TeX Support" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/TeX%2FLaTeX-Syntax%20Highlighting-14B8A6?style=for-the-badge">
</p>
<p align="center">
  <img alt="Safe Mode" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Safe%20Mode-Startup%20Recovery-E11D48?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Markdown PDF Export" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Markdown%20PDF-Paginated%20%2B%20One--Page-7C3AED?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Indexed Search" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Find%20in%20Files-Background%20Index-2563EB?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Vim Mode" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Vim%20Mode-Hardware%20Keyboard-059669?style=for-the-badge">
</p>

### Editing Core

- Fast loading for regular and large text files with tabbed editing.
- Broad syntax highlighting (including TeX/LaTeX), inline completion with Tab-to-accept, and regex Find/Replace with Replace All.
- Optional Vim workflow support and starter templates for common languages.

### Navigation & Workflow

- Quick Open (`Cmd+P`), project sidebar navigation, and recursive project tree rendering.
- Project quick actions (`Expand All` / `Collapse All`) and supported-files-only filter.
- Cross-platform `Save As…` and Close All Tabs with confirmation.

### Preview, Platform, and Safety

- Native Markdown preview templates on macOS/iOS/iPadOS plus iPhone bottom-sheet preview.
- `.svg` file support via XML mode and bracket helper on all platforms.
- Unsupported-file open/import safety guards and session restore for previously opened project folder.

### Customization & Diagnostics

- Built-in theme collection: Dracula, One Dark Pro, Nord, Tokyo Night, Gruvbox, and Neon Glow.
- Grouped settings, optional StoreKit support flow, and AI Activity Log diagnostics on macOS.

## Release Spotlight

<p align="center">
  <img alt="Release Spotlight" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/RELEASE%20SPOTLIGHT-v0.6.0-F97316?style=for-the-badge">
</p>

**Spotlight for v0.6.0:** A cross-platform polish release that completes the current remote-workflow line, strengthens search and navigation, improves iPad keyboard parity, expands Markdown Preview polish, and closes several localization and UI consistency gaps across macOS, iPhone, and iPad.

Create polished share images directly from your selected code.

<p align="center">
  <a href="docs/images/code-snapshot-showcase.svg">
    <img src="docs/images/code-snapshot-showcase.svg" alt="Code Snapshot preview showing styled code card on gradient background" width="920">
  </a><br>
  <sub>Styled export preview for social sharing, changelogs, and issue discussions.</sub>
</p>

- Toolbar button: click <img src="docs/images/code-snapshot-toolbar-icon.svg" alt="Code Snapshot toolbar icon" width="16" valign="middle"> in the top toolbar (`Create Code Snapshot`).
- Selection menu: right-click selected text and choose `Create Code Snapshot`.
- Composer controls: choose appearance, background, frame style, line numbers, and padding.
- Export: use `Share` to generate a PNG snapshot and share/save it.

## Architecture At A Glance

```mermaid
flowchart LR
  Mac["Platform: macOS shell (SwiftUI + AppKit bridges)"]
  IOS["Platform: iOS/iPadOS shell (SwiftUI + UIKit bridges)"]
  ACT["App Layer: user actions (toolbar/menu/shortcuts)"]
  VM["App Layer: EditorViewModel (@MainActor state owner)"]
  CMD["App Layer: command reducers (Flux-style mutations)"]
  IO["Core: file I/O + load/sanitize pipeline"]
  HL["Core: syntax highlighting + runtime limits"]
  FIND["Core: find/replace + selection engine"]
  PREV["Core: markdown preview renderer"]
  SAFE["Core: unsupported-file safety guards"]
  STORE["Infra: tabs + session restore store"]
  PREFS["Infra: settings + persistence"]
  SEC["Infra: SecureTokenStore (Keychain)"]
  UPD["Infra: release update manager"]

  Mac --> ACT
  IOS --> ACT
  ACT --> VM
  VM --> CMD
  CMD --> STORE
  VM --> IO
  VM --> HL
  VM --> FIND
  VM --> PREV
  VM --> SAFE
  VM --> PREFS
  VM --> UPD
  PREFS --> STORE
  IO --> STORE
  VM --> SEC

  classDef platform stroke:#2563EB,stroke-width:3px,fill:transparent,font-family:ui-monospace\, SFMono-Regular\, Menlo\, Monaco\, Consolas\, Liberation Mono\, monospace,font-size:13px;
  classDef app stroke:#059669,stroke-width:3px,fill:transparent,font-family:ui-monospace\, SFMono-Regular\, Menlo\, Monaco\, Consolas\, Liberation Mono\, monospace,font-size:13px;
  classDef core stroke:#EA580C,stroke-width:3px,fill:transparent,font-family:ui-monospace\, SFMono-Regular\, Menlo\, Monaco\, Consolas\, Liberation Mono\, monospace,font-size:13px;
  classDef infra stroke:#9333EA,stroke-width:3px,fill:transparent,font-family:ui-monospace\, SFMono-Regular\, Menlo\, Monaco\, Consolas\, Liberation Mono\, monospace,font-size:13px;

  class Mac,IOS platform;
  class ACT,VM,CMD app;
  class IO,HL,FIND,PREV,SAFE core;
  class STORE,PREFS,SEC,UPD infra;

  linkStyle 0,1 stroke:#2563EB,stroke-width:2px;
  linkStyle 2,3 stroke:#059669,stroke-width:2px;
  linkStyle 5,6,7,8,9,13 stroke:#EA580C,stroke-width:2px;
  linkStyle 4,10,11,12,14 stroke:#9333EA,stroke-width:2px;
```

- `EditorViewModel` is the single UI-facing orchestration point per window/scene.
- Commands mutate editor state predictably; session/tabs persist through store services.
- File access and parsing stay off the main thread; UI state changes stay on the main thread.
- Platform shells stay thin and route interactions into shared app/core services.
- Security-sensitive credentials remain in Keychain (`SecureTokenStore`), not plain prefs.
- Color key in diagram: blue = platform shell, green = app orchestration, orange = core services, purple = infrastructure.

### Architecture principles

- Keep UI mutations on the main thread (`@MainActor`) and heavy work off the UI thread.
- Keep window/scene state isolated to avoid accidental cross-window coupling.
- Keep security defaults strict: tokens in Keychain, no telemetry by default.
- Keep platform wrappers thin and push shared behavior into common services.

## Platform Matrix

Most editor features are shared across macOS, iOS, and iPadOS.

### Shared Across All Platforms

- Fast text editing with syntax highlighting.
- Markdown preview templates (Default, Docs, Article, Compact).
- Project sidebar with supported-files filter.
- Unsupported-file safety alerts.
- SVG (`.svg`) support via XML mode.
- Close All Tabs with confirmation.
- Bracket helper and grouped Settings cards.

### Platform-Specific Differences

| Capability | macOS | iOS | iPadOS | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quick Open<br><sub>`Cmd+P`</sub> | ![Full](https://img.shields.io/badge/Full-22C55E?style=flat-square) | ![Limit](https://img.shields.io/badge/Limit-F59E0B?style=flat-square) | ![Full](https://img.shields.io/badge/Full-22C55E?style=flat-square) | iOS needs a hardware keyboard<br>for shortcut-driven flow. |
| Bracket Helper | ![Toolbar](https://img.shields.io/badge/Toolbar-0A84FF?style=flat-square) | ![Kbd Bar](https://img.shields.io/badge/Kbd_Bar-7C3AED?style=flat-square) | ![Kbd Bar](https://img.shields.io/badge/Kbd_Bar-7C3AED?style=flat-square) | Same behavior across platforms;<br>only the UI surface differs. |
| Markdown Preview | ![Inline](https://img.shields.io/badge/Inline-0891B2?style=flat-square) | ![Sheet](https://img.shields.io/badge/Sheet-DB2777?style=flat-square) | ![Inline](https://img.shields.io/badge/Inline-0891B2?style=flat-square) | Interaction adapts to screen size<br>and platform input model. |

## Trust & Reliability Signals

- Notarized release pipeline: [release-notarized.yml](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/actions/workflows/release-notarized.yml)
- Pre-release verification gate: [pre-release-ci.yml](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/actions/workflows/pre-release-ci.yml)
- Security scanning: [CodeQL workflow](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/actions/workflows/codeql.yml)
- Homebrew cask sync: [update-cask.yml](https://github.com/h3pdesign/homebrew-tap/actions/workflows/update-cask.yml)

More release integrity details: [Release Integrity](#release-integrity)

## Platform Gallery

- [macOS](#macos)
- [iPad](#ipad)
- [iPhone](#iphone)
- Source image index for docs: [`docs/images/README.md`](docs/images/README.md)
- App Store gallery: [Neon Vision Editor on App Store](https://apps.apple.com/de/app/neon-vision-editor/id6758950965)
- Latest release assets: [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases)

### macOS

<table align="center">
  <tr>
    <td align="center">
      <a href="docs/images/NeonVisionEditorApp.png">
        <img src="docs/images/NeonVisionEditorApp.png" alt="Neon Vision Editor macOS app screenshot" width="520">
      </a><br>
      <sub>General editing workflow on macOS</sub>
    </td>
    <td align="center">
      <a href="docs/images/macos-editor-light-frame.png">
        <img src="docs/images/macos-editor-light-frame.png" alt="Neon Vision Editor macOS editor screenshot in framed light appearance" width="520">
      </a><br>
      <sub>Wide editing workspace with tabs and status bar context</sub>
    </td>
  </tr>
</table>

### iPad

<table align="center">
  <tr>
    <td align="center">
      <a href="docs/images/ipad-editor-light.png">
        <img src="docs/images/ipad-editor-light.png" alt="iPad editor in light mode" width="520">
      </a><br>
      <sub>Project navigation and editing workflow on iPad</sub>
    </td>
    <td align="center">
      <a href="docs/images/ipad-editor-dark.png">
        <img src="docs/images/ipad-editor-dark.png" alt="iPad editor in dark mode" width="520">
      </a><br>
      <sub>Markdown preview workflow in the editor context</sub>
    </td>
  </tr>
</table>

### iPhone

<div align="center">
  <table width="100%" style="max-width: 760px; margin: 0 auto;">
    <tr>
      <td align="center" width="50%">
        <a href="docs/images/iphone-editor-light-frame-updated.png">
          <img src="docs/images/iphone-editor-light-frame-updated.png" alt="iPhone editor screenshot in light mode with syntax highlighting and keyboard bar" width="280">
        </a><br>
        <sub>Editing workflow with syntax highlighting and accessory bar</sub>
      </td>
      <td align="center" width="50%">
        <a href="docs/images/iphone-menu-dark-frame.png">
          <img src="docs/images/iphone-menu-dark-frame.png" alt="iPhone editor screenshot with dark overflow menu open" width="280">
        </a><br>
        <sub>Overflow menu actions in the editor workflow</sub>
      </td>
    </tr>
    <tr>
      <td align="center" width="50%">
        <a href="docs/images/iphone-markdown-preview-dark.png">
          <img src="docs/images/iphone-markdown-preview-dark.png" alt="iPhone markdown preview screenshot in dark mode with export controls" width="280">
        </a><br>
        <sub>Markdown preview sheet with template, PDF mode, and export action</sub>
      </td>
      <td align="center" width="50%">
        <a href="docs/images/iphone-themes-light-frame.png">
          <img src="docs/images/iphone-themes-light-frame.png" alt="iPhone theme colors editor screenshot in light mode" width="280">
        </a><br>
        <sub>Theme color editing on iPhone</sub>
      </td>
    </tr>
  </table>
</div>

## Release Flow (Completed + Upcoming)

<p align="center">
  <a href="docs/images/neon-vision-release-history-0.1-to-0.5-light.svg">
    <picture>
      <source media="(prefers-color-scheme: dark)" srcset="docs/images/neon-vision-release-history-0.1-to-0.5.svg">
      <source media="(prefers-color-scheme: light)" srcset="docs/images/neon-vision-release-history-0.1-to-0.5-light.svg">
      <img src="docs/images/neon-vision-release-history-0.1-to-0.5-light.svg" alt="Neon Vision Editor release flow timeline with upcoming milestones" width="100%">
    </picture>
  </a>
</p>
<p align="center"><sub>Click to open full-size SVG and zoom. In full view, each card links to release notes or the roadmap hub.</sub></p>

## Roadmap (Near Term)

<p align="center">
  <img alt="Now" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/NOW-v0.6.0%20to%20v0.6.1-22C55E?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Next" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/NEXT-v0.6.2%20to%20v0.6.4-F59E0B?style=for-the-badge">
  <img alt="Later" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/LATER-v0.7.0-0A84FF?style=for-the-badge">
</p>

### Now (v0.6.0)

- ![v0.6.0](https://img.shields.io/badge/v0.6.0-22C55E?style=flat-square) completed the current remote-workflow, search/navigation, iPad parity, and Markdown Preview polish line across macOS, iPhone, and iPad.  
  Tracking: [Release v0.6.0](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases/tag/v0.6.0)

### Next (v0.6.2 - v0.6.4)

- ![v0.6.1](https://img.shields.io/badge/v0.6.1-F59E0B?style=flat-square) follow-up platform polish and release hardening.
- ![v0.6.2](https://img.shields.io/badge/v0.6.2-F59E0B?style=flat-square) remote-session follow-up beyond the current shipped workflow scope.

### Later (v0.7.0)

- ![v0.7.0](https://img.shields.io/badge/v0.7.0-0A84FF?style=flat-square) native side-by-side diff view.  
  Tracking: [#33](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues/33)

## Known Issues

- Open known issues (live filter): [label:known-issue](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aopen%20label%3Aknown-issue)

## Troubleshooting

1. App blocked on first launch: use Gatekeeper steps above in `Privacy & Security`.
2. Markdown preview not visible: ensure you are on macOS or iPadOS (not available on iPhone).
3. Shortcut not working on iOS: connect a hardware keyboard for shortcut-based flows like `Cmd+P`.
4. Sidebar/layout feels cramped on iPad: switch orientation or close side panels before preview.
5. Settings feel off after updates: quit/relaunch app and verify current release version in Settings.

## Configuration

- Theme and appearance: `Settings > Designs`
- Editor behavior (font, line height, wrapping, snippets): `Settings > Editor`
- Startup/session behavior: `Settings > Allgemein/General`
- Support and purchase options: `Settings > Mehr/More` (platform-dependent)

## FAQ

- **Does Neon Vision Editor support Intel Macs?**  
  Intel is currently not fully validated. If you can help test, see [Help wanted: Intel Mac test coverage](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues/41).
- **Can I use it offline?**  
  Yes for core editing; network is only needed for optional external services (for example selected AI providers).
- **Do I need AI enabled to use the editor?**  
  No. Core editing, navigation, and preview features work without AI.
- **Where are tokens stored?**  
  In Keychain via `SecureTokenStore`, not in `UserDefaults`.

## Keyboard Shortcuts

All shortcuts use `Cmd` (`⌘`). iPad/iOS require a hardware keyboard.

![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square)

### ![File](https://img.shields.io/badge/File-0A84FF?style=flat-square)

| Shortcut | Action | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| `Cmd+N` | New Window | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+T` | New Tab | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+O` | Open File | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+O` | Open Folder | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+S` | Save | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+S` | Save As… | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+W` | Close Tab | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |

### ![Edit](https://img.shields.io/badge/Edit-16A34A?style=flat-square)

| Shortcut | Action | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| `Cmd+X` | Cut | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+C` | Copy | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+V` | Paste | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+A` | Select All | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Z` | Undo | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+Z` | Redo | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+D` | Add Next Match | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |

### ![View](https://img.shields.io/badge/View-7C3AED?style=flat-square)

| Shortcut | Action | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| `Cmd+Option+S` | Toggle Sidebar | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+D` | Brain Dump Mode | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |

### ![Find](https://img.shields.io/badge/Find-CA8A04?style=flat-square)

| Shortcut | Action | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| `Cmd+F` | Find & Replace | ![All](https://img.shields.io/badge/All-22C55E?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+G` | Find Next | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+F` | Find in Files | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |

### ![Editor](https://img.shields.io/badge/Editor-DB2777?style=flat-square)

| Shortcut | Action | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| `Cmd+P` | Quick Open | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+D` | Add next match | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+V` | Toggle Vim Mode | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |

### ![Tools](https://img.shields.io/badge/Tools-0891B2?style=flat-square) ![Diag](https://img.shields.io/badge/Diag-6B7280?style=flat-square)

| Shortcut | Action | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| `Cmd+Shift+G` | Suggest Code | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+L` | AI Activity Log | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |
| `Cmd+Shift+U` | Inspect Whitespace at Caret | ![macOS](https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-0A84FF?style=flat-square) |

## Changelog

Latest stable: **v0.6.1** (2026-04-16)

### Recent Releases (At a glance)

| Version | Date | Highlights | Fixes | Breaking changes | Migration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [`v0.6.1`](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases/tag/v0.6.1) | 2026-04-16 | project sidebar item actions for creating files/folders, plus rename, duplicate, and delete flows; Refined project sidebar visual hierarchy and interaction density for clearer navigation in large trees; a dedicated Markdown Preview style toolbar button and consolidated export options into toolbar menus that appear only when preview is active; Expanded localization coverage for new Markdown Preview toolbar strings (including Simplified Chinese additions) | missing localization coverage for newly introduced Markdown Preview toolbar labels/help text; Markdown Preview toolbar/menu availability so controls appear only in Markdown Preview mode | None noted | None required |
| [`v0.6.0`](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases/tag/v0.6.0) | 2026-03-30 | Completed the `0.6.0` remote-workflow line with clearer remote tab/document/session state, broker failure clarity, explicit compare-before-reload conflict handling, and safer unsupported-file handling in the remote browser; Expanded search and navigation maturity with stronger `Quick Open` ranking, clearer search-source/status messaging, grouped `Find in Files` results, direct toolbar entry points, and improved Return/selection behavior; more cross-platform keyboard parity on iPad, including sidebar shortcuts, Settings tab navigation, and result-list arrow-key movement in search panels; Polished Markdown Preview with clearer export affordances, full-window live preview rendering, larger preview typography, and lightweight copy/export status messaging | Settings tab selection unexpectedly jumping back to `General`; German localization gaps in Settings `General`, remote flows, search panels, and Markdown Preview controls; theme selection and editor-selection contrast, including aligned selection color behavior for `Neon Glow` and stronger selection emphasis across built-in themes | None noted | None required |
| [`v0.5.9`](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/releases/tag/v0.5.9) | 2026-03-30 | a small iOS hotfix release for the project-sidebar header regression introduced during the `0.5.8` sidebar cleanup | iPhone project-sidebar header actions so `Open Folder`, `Open File`, refresh, and the sidebar menu remain visible even when the duplicate inline `Project Structure` title is hidden | None noted | None required |

- Full release history: [`CHANGELOG.md`](CHANGELOG.md)
- Latest release: **v0.6.1**
- Compare recent changes: [v0.6.0...v0.6.1](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/compare/v0.6.0...v0.6.1)

## Known Limitations

- Intel Mac support is not fully validated yet.
- Vim mode is intentionally lightweight, not full Vim emulation.
- iPhone and iPad workflows still offer a smaller feature set than macOS.

## Privacy & Security

- Privacy policy: [`PRIVACY.md`](PRIVACY.md).
- API keys are stored in Keychain (`SecureTokenStore`), not `UserDefaults`.
- Network traffic uses HTTPS.
- No telemetry.
- External AI requests only occur when code completion is enabled and a provider is selected.
- Security policy and reporting details: [`SECURITY.md`](SECURITY.md).
- New repository commits are SSH-signed; older historical commits may still predate commit signing.
- Local SSH-signature verification in this clone can use the repo-scoped `.git_allowed_signers` file.

## Release Integrity

- Tag: `v0.6.1`
- Tagged commit: `85dc0b215da2b977f731c258928cab9344bd0731`
- Verify local tag target:

```bash
git rev-parse --verify v0.6.1
```

- Verify downloaded artifact checksum locally:

```bash
shasum -a 256 <downloaded-file>
```

- Verify local SSH commit signatures in this clone:

```bash
git config --local gpg.ssh.allowedSignersFile .git_allowed_signers
git log --show-signature -1
```

## Release Policy

- `Stable`: tagged GitHub releases intended for daily use.
- `Beta`: TestFlight builds may include in-progress UX and platform polish.
- Cadence: fixes/polish can ship between minor tags, with summary notes mirrored in README and `CHANGELOG.md`.

## Requirements

### App Runtime

- macOS 26 (Tahoe)
- Apple Silicon recommended

### Build Requirements

- Xcode with the macOS 26 toolchain
- iOS and iPadOS simulator runtimes installed in Xcode for cross-platform verification

## Build from source

If you already completed the [Start in 60s (Source Build)](#start-in-60s-source-build), you can open and run directly from Xcode.

```bash
git clone https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor.git
cd Neon-Vision-Editor
open "Neon Vision Editor.xcodeproj"
```

## Contributing Quickstart

Contributor guide: [`CONTRIBUTING.md`](CONTRIBUTING.md)

1. Fork the repo and create a focused branch.
2. Implement the smallest safe diff for your change.
3. Build on macOS first.
4. Run cross-platform verification script.
5. Open a PR with screenshots for UI changes and a short risk note.
6. Link to related issue/milestone and call out user-visible impact.

```bash
git clone https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor.git
cd Neon-Vision-Editor
xcodebuild -project "Neon Vision Editor.xcodeproj" -scheme "Neon Vision Editor" -destination 'platform=macOS,name=My Mac' build
```

Lock-safe cross-platform verification (sequential macOS + iOS Simulator + iPad Simulator):

```bash
scripts/ci/build_platform_matrix.sh
```

## Support & Feedback

- Feedback pulse (top): [Positive + Negative](#feedback-pulse)
- Questions and ideas: [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/discussions)
- Project board (Now / Next / Later): [Neon Vision Editor Roadmap](https://github.com/users/h3pdesign/projects/2)
- Known issues: [Known Issues Hub #50](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues/50)
- Contributor entry points: [good first issue](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aopen%20label%3A%22good%20first%20issue%22) | [help wanted](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aopen%20label%3A%22help%20wanted%22)
- Issue filters: [enhancement](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aopen%20label%3Aenhancement) | [known-issue](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aopen%20label%3Aknown-issue) | [regression](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/issues?q=is%3Aissue%20is%3Aopen%20label%3Aregression)

### Support Neon Vision Editor

Keep it free, sustainable, and improving.

<p align="center">
  <a href="https://www.patreon.com/h3p">
    <img alt="Support on Patreon" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Support%20on-Patreon-F96854?style=for-the-badge&logo=patreon&logoColor=white">
  </a>
  <a href="https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/HilthartPedersen">
    <img alt="Support via PayPal" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Support%20via-PayPal-0070BA?style=for-the-badge&logo=paypal&logoColor=white">
  </a>
</p>

- Neon Vision Editor will always stay free to use.
- No subscriptions and no paywalls.
- Keeping the app alive still has real costs: Apple Developer Program fee, maintenance, updates, and long-term support.
- Optional Support Tip (Consumable): **$4.99** and can be purchased multiple times.
- Your support helps cover Apple developer fees, bug fixes and updates, future improvements and features, and long-term support.
- Thank you for helping keep Neon Vision Editor free for everyone.

- In-app support tip: `Settings > Mehr/More` (platform-dependent)
- External support: [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/h3p)
- h3p apps portal for docs, setup guides, and release workflows: [>h3p apps](https://apps-h3p.com)
- External support: [PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/HilthartPedersen)

### Creator Sites

<p align="center">
  <a href="https://h3p.me/home">
    <img alt="h3p.me Photography" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/h3p.me-Photography%20Portfolio-111827?style=for-the-badge">
  </a>
  <a href="https://apps-h3p.com">
    <img alt="apps-h3p.com Product Hub" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/apps--h3p.com-Apps%20%26%20Docs%20Hub-0A84FF?style=for-the-badge">
  </a>
</p>

- Discussions categories: [Ideas](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/discussions/categories/ideas) | [Q&A](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/discussions/categories/q-a) | [Showcase](https://github.com/h3pdesign/Neon-Vision-Editor/discussions/categories/show-and-tell)

## Git hooks

To auto-increment Xcode `CURRENT_PROJECT_VERSION` on every commit:

```bash
scripts/install_git_hooks.sh
```

## License

Neon Vision Editor is licensed under the MIT License.
See [`LICENSE`](LICENSE).