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Neon Vision Editor

A native editor for markdown, notes, and code across macOS, iPhone, and iPad.

Minimal by design. Quick edits, fast file access, no IDE bloat.

 

Download: GitHub Releases · App Store · TestFlight

Status: active release
Latest release: v0.7.4 Next release target: v0.7.5 Platform target: macOS 26 (Tahoe) compatible with macOS Sequoia Apple Silicon: tested / Intel: not tested Direct GitHub release: v0.7.4 / iOS App Store review pending: v0.7.3 / macOS App Store approved: v0.6.7 / macOS App Store review pending: v0.7.3 Last updated (README): 2026-06-04 for latest release v0.7.4

What's New in v0.7.3 and v0.7.4

Why Upgrade

  • v0.7.4 improves startup stability on macOS 26.x beta systems by deferring launch diagnostics and window chrome work until the first editor window has settled.
  • v0.7.4 adds release guardrails for App Clip metadata, App Clip card assets, privacy-sensitive logging, and remote Markdown preview behavior.
  • v0.7.3 hardens shared-network editing with encrypted Remote Broker payloads, Keychain-backed tokens, and faster editor workflows.

v0.7.4 Release Hardening

  • Added App Clip release validation for CFBundleIconName, associated App Clip domains, parent app entitlements, and 1800 x 1200 RGB card assets.
  • Added Markdown preview remote-content checks so HTTP/HTTPS images remain clickable placeholders and Preview does not fetch external image resources automatically.
  • Added privacy log auditing to release preflight so tab contents, prompts, tokens, and local file paths are not introduced into release logging paths.
  • Improved Safe Mode messaging and behavior by pausing heavier startup features, Markdown preview, and code minimap during recovery launches.
  • Tuned iPad and macOS Settings sizing so larger displays show more of the settings surface without unnecessary scrolling.

v0.7.3 Security and Performance

  • Added AES-GCM encryption for Remote Broker transport payloads, with attach-token-derived keys and versioned envelopes.
  • Moved remote SSH bookmark payloads and API tokens into Keychain-backed storage.
  • Replaced remote Markdown image loads with clickable placeholders so Preview no longer fetches external image resources automatically.
  • Improved Git history loading, Markdown preview caching, line-number rendering, invisible-character rendering, syntax highlighting, and large-file workflows.

Start Here

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.
ForNot For
Fast native editing across macOS, iOS, iPadOSFull IDE workflows with deep refactoring/debugger stacks
Markdown writing and script/config edits with highlightingTeams that require complete Intel Mac validation today
Users who want low overhead and quick file accessUsers expecting full desktop-IDE parity on iPhone

Table of Contents

Start Here · Release Channels · Core Workflows · Download Metrics · Project Documentation · Features

Release Spotlight · Platform Matrix · Roadmap (Near Term) · Troubleshooting · FAQ · Changelog · Contributing Quickstart · Support & Feedback

Release Channels

Channel Best for Delivery Current status
Stable Direct notarized builds and fastest stable updates GitHub Releases v0.7.4 current
Store Apple-managed install/update flow App Store v0.6.7 approved; v0.7.3 pending review
Beta Early testing of upcoming changes TestFlight Newest beta availability may vary by review state

Download Metrics

All Downloads v0.7.4 Downloads

Release Download + Traffic Trend

GitHub release downloads trend chart

Styled line chart shows per-release totals with 14-day traffic counters for clones and views.

Unique cloners (14d) Unique visitors (14d)

Clone snapshot (UTC) View snapshot (UTC)

Project Documentation

DocumentPurpose
CHANGELOG.mdFull release history and milestone issue coverage
CONTRIBUTING.mdLocal setup, build, and contribution workflow
PRIVACY.mdPrivacy guarantees and data-handling policy
SECURITY.mdSecurity policy and responsible disclosure
release/TestFlight, App Store, and release preflight checklists

Who Is This For?

Best ForWhy Neon Vision Editor
Quick note takersFast native startup and low UI overhead for quick edits
Markdown-focused writersClean editing with quick preview workflows on Apple devices
Developers editing scripts/config filesSyntax highlighting + fast file navigation without full IDE complexity

Why This Instead of a Full IDE?

AdvantageWhat It Means
Faster startupLower overhead for short edit sessions
Focused surfaceEditor-first workflow without project-system bloat
Native Apple behaviorConsistent experience on macOS, iOS, and iPadOS

Download

Prebuilt binaries are available on GitHub Releases.

The direct GitHub release is currently ahead of the App Store version. The App Store version may temporarily lag while updates are in Apple review.

ChannelPlatformBest ForDownloadRelease TrackNotes
StablemacOSDirect notarized builds and fastest stable updatesGitHub Releasesv0.7.4Apple Silicon tested, Intel not fully validated
StoreiOS / iPadOSApple-managed installs and updatesNeon Vision Editor on the App StoreCurrent App Store listingv0.7.4
StoremacOSApple-managed installs and updatesNeon Vision Editor on the App Storev0.6.7Latest approved macOS App Store version
Store ReviewiOS / iPadOSUpcoming App Store updateApp Store Connect reviewv0.7.4Finished Apple review
Store ReviewmacOSUpcoming App Store updateApp Store Connect reviewv0.7.3Pending Apple review
BetaiOS / iPadOS / macOSTesting upcoming changes before stableTestFlight InviteTestFlightEarly access builds for feedback; availability may vary by review state

Install

Quick install (curl)

Install the latest release directly:

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

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

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

Homebrew

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

Tap repository: h3pdesign/homebrew-tap

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

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

Command line helper

The macOS app bundles an optional nve helper for terminal workflows. Install it only when you want a shell command:

  1. Open Settings > Support.
  2. Copy the Command Line Helper install command.
  3. Run it in Terminal to link the bundled helper into $HOME/bin.
nve README.md
nve --wait --new-window "Neon Vision Editor/UI/ContentView.swift"
nve --line 42 "Neon Vision Editor/UI/ContentView.swift"

Development builds can also link the repository copy:

ln -sf "$PWD/scripts/nve" "$HOME/.local/bin/nve"

Permission model: the helper is optional and user-linked. It calls macOS Launch Services through /usr/bin/open and does not read file contents itself. Neon Vision Editor handles the document-open request inside the sandbox with user-selected read/write file access and security-scoped file access. It does not require Full Disk Access, Accessibility access, administrator permission, background services, or telemetry. See docs/CommandLineHelper.md.

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.

Core Workflows

Project Sidebar Find in Files Markdown Preview Quick Open

Project Sidebar keeps Files, Search, Diff, and Git in one stable surface. Markdown Preview keeps style and export in one toolbar flow. Quick Open keeps file navigation immediate.

Features

Neon Vision Editor keeps the surface minimal and focuses on fast writing/coding workflows. Platform-specific availability is tracked in the Platform Matrix section below.

Editing Core

Fast Editing Invisible Characters Tabs Syntax Highlighting TeX Support Regex Find Replace Vim Mode

Navigation & Preview

Quick Open Project Sidebar Terminal Sidebar CLI Indexed Search Diff View Markdown Preview Markdown PDF Export

Platform, Output & Customization

Cross Platform Text Export Code Snapshot Themes iCloud Settings Sync

Safety & Privacy

Safety Safe Mode Privacy

Editing Core

  • Fast loading for regular and large text files with tabbed editing.
  • Broad Swift 6-ready syntax highlighting (including TeX/LaTeX), inline completion with Tab-to-accept, and regex Find/Replace with Replace All.
  • Invisible-character markers on iPhone and iPad render in a lightweight overlay so spaces, tabs, and newlines stay aligned while scrolling.
  • Optional Vim workflow support and starter templates for common languages.
  • Quick Open (Cmd+P), project sidebar navigation, and recursive project tree rendering.
  • Files, Search, Diff, and Git share larger card-style sidebar tabs with visible grey inactive states and a consistent 450 pt default width.
  • The macOS project sidebar includes a Terminal tab that keeps output while switching tabs, offers project/home working-directory choices, and provides clear/restart controls.
  • scripts/nve opens files from the terminal and supports --wait, --new-window, and --line compatibility flags.
  • Find in Files keeps results visible on Mac and iPad when a match opens, while replacement targets start unselected by default.
  • Project quick actions (Expand All / Collapse All), recent project folders, supported-files-only filtering, and default ignored heavy folders (.git, .build, node_modules, DerivedData).

Settings Sync

  • Optional iCloud Appearance & Theme Sync keeps appearance, theme colors, custom theme data, formatting toggles, and Markdown preview theme behavior aligned across signed-in devices.
  • Sync status includes the latest local iCloud result and timestamp. Documents, API tokens, remote sessions, and editor contents are not synced.
  • Native side-by-side diff view for Compare with Disk and Compare Open Tabs workflows, with change navigation.
  • 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.
  • Markdown and Swift source exports declare their content types correctly on iOS.
  • 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

Release Spotlight Bugfixes Feature

  • Bugfixes focus on existing editor behavior: wrap/no-wrap transitions, horizontal scrolling, iOS inset alignment, and Markdown list continuation.
  • The feature scope is intentionally separate: optional indentation guides are available in the toolbar and settings, but remain off by default.
  • No release behavior changes network access, token storage, sandboxing, or telemetry posture.

Architecture At A Glance

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.

Full architecture reference: architecture.md. The reference tracks the current Swift 6 cross-platform structure, platform guards, editor rendering paths, performance rules, and release verification workflow.

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 and larger card-style Files/Search/Diff/Git tabs.
  • Unsupported-file safety alerts.
  • SVG (.svg) support via XML mode.
  • Close All Tabs with confirmation.
  • Bracket helper and grouped Settings cards.
  • Cross-platform release gate covers macOS, iOS Simulator, and iPad Simulator builds.

Platform-Specific Differences

CapabilitymacOSiOSiPadOSNotes
Quick Open
Cmd+P		FullLimitFulliOS needs a hardware keyboard
for shortcut-driven flow.
Project Sidebar Tabs
v0.6.9		FullCompactFullFiles/Search/Diff/Git use larger card targets;
regular-width sidebar defaults to 450 pt.
Find in Files
v0.6.8-v0.6.9		SidebarSheetSidebarMac/iPad results stay open when opening a match;
replacement targets start unselected.
Invisible Characters
v0.6.9		NativeOverlayOverlayiPhone/iPad markers draw in a lightweight viewport overlay
to stay aligned while scrolling.
Bracket HelperToolbarKbd BarKbd BarSame behavior across platforms;
only the UI surface differs.
Markdown PreviewInlineSheetInlineInteraction adapts to screen size
and platform input model.
Diff Workflows
v0.6.8-v0.6.9		InlineCompactInlineiPhone uses compact sidebar/sheet presentation;
Mac/iPad keep stable sidebar width.
Git Sidebar
v0.6.7+		AvailableN/AN/AGit uses a macOS-only service because it shells out
to the local Git executable.
Save As / Text Export
v0.6.9		NativeExporterExporteriOS/iPadOS export declares Markdown and Swift source
content types for text saves.

Trust & Reliability Signals

More release integrity details: Release Integrity

macOS

Neon Vision Editor macOS app screenshot
General editing workflow on macOS 		Neon Vision Editor macOS editor screenshot in framed light appearance
Wide editing workspace with tabs and status bar context

iPad

iPad editor in light mode
Project navigation and editing workflow on iPad 		iPad editor in dark mode
Markdown preview workflow in the editor context

iPhone

iPhone editor screenshot in light mode with syntax highlighting and keyboard bar
Editing workflow with syntax highlighting and accessory bar 		iPhone editor screenshot with dark overflow menu open
Overflow menu actions in the editor workflow
iPhone markdown preview screenshot in dark mode with export controls
Markdown preview sheet with template, PDF mode, and export action 		iPhone theme colors editor screenshot in light mode
Theme color editing on iPhone

Release Flow (Completed + Upcoming)

Neon Vision Editor release flow timeline with upcoming milestones

Click to open full-size SVG and zoom. In full view, each card links to release notes or the roadmap hub.

Roadmap (Near Term)

Now Next Later

Now (v0.7.4)

  • v0.7.2 ships editor bugfixes separately from the optional indentation guides feature. Tracking: Release v0.7.2

Next (v0.7.5)

  • v0.7.3 next release planning starts after the v0.7.2 notarized release and App Store rollout checks are complete. Tracking: Milestones

Later (v0.7.3+)

  • v0.7.3+ larger workflow expansion after the 0.7.2 editor baseline is verified.

Known Issues

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
  • Appearance/theme iCloud sync: Settings > Allgemein/General > Window
  • 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.
  • 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 macOS

File

ShortcutActionPlatforms
Cmd+NNew WindowmacOS
Cmd+TNew TabAll
Cmd+OOpen FileAll
Cmd+Shift+OOpen FoldermacOS
Cmd+SSaveAll
Cmd+Shift+SSave As...All
Cmd+WClose TabmacOS

Edit

ShortcutActionPlatforms
Cmd+XCutAll
Cmd+CCopyAll
Cmd+VPasteAll
Cmd+ASelect AllAll
Cmd+ZUndoAll
Cmd+Shift+ZRedoAll
Cmd+DAdd Next MatchmacOS

View

ShortcutActionPlatforms
Cmd+Option+SToggle SidebarAll
Cmd+Shift+DBrain Dump ModemacOS

Find

ShortcutActionPlatforms
Cmd+FFind & ReplaceAll
Cmd+GFind NextmacOS
Cmd+Shift+FFind in FilesmacOS

Editor

ShortcutActionPlatforms
Cmd+PQuick OpenmacOS
Cmd+DAdd next
match		macOS
Cmd+Shift+VToggle Vim
Mode		macOS

Tools Diag

ShortcutActionPlatforms
Cmd+Shift+GSuggest CodemacOS
Cmd+Shift+LAI Activity LogmacOS
Cmd+Shift+UInspect whitespace
at caret		macOS

Changelog

Latest stable: v0.7.4 (2026-06-03)

Recent Releases (At a glance)

VersionDateHighlightsFixesBreaking changesMigration
v0.7.42026-06-03App Clip release validation for CFBundleIconName, associated App Clip domains, parent app entitlements, and 1800 x 1200 RGB card assets; automated Markdown preview remote-content checks so HTTP/HTTPS images stay clickable placeholders and the preview WebView remains non-persistent with JavaScript disabled; privacy log auditing to release preflight so tab contents, prompts, tokens, and local file paths are not introduced into release logging paths; Safe Mode messaging and behavior by pausing heavier startup features, Markdown preview, and code minimap during recovery launchesa macOS startup crash risk by moving launch completion marking, AI health checks, updater checks, and window tabbing policy out of the earliest layout phase; sensitive AI activity log output by redacting bearer tokens, API-key-like strings, user paths, and file URLs; remote Markdown preview privacy by using a non-persistent WebKit data store and blocking automatic HTTP/HTTPS resource navigationNone notedNone required
v0.7.32026-05-29AES-GCM encryption for Remote Broker transport payloads, with attach-token-derived keys and versioned envelopes; Replaced remote Markdown image loads with clickable placeholders so Preview no longer fetches external image resources automatically; Git history loading by batching commit metadata and shortstat parsing instead of issuing per-commit status work; Reduced Markdown preview churn by keying render cache entries to stable tab revisions and avoiding stale debounced content capturesiOS Markdown list Return handling so keyboard replacement ranges no longer delete already typed list text; DEBUG API token persistence so provider keys no longer remain in UserDefaults; remote target persistence so SSH security-scoped bookmark payloads are migrated to Keychain and removed from saved target metadataNone notedNone required
v0.7.22026-05-26optional indentation guides with toolbar and settings controls while keeping the default editor appearance unchanged; wrap/no-wrap mode changes so scroll position is preserved and horizontal scrolling is restored where expected; iOS editor inset handling so line numbers, content, and scroll indicators stay aligned after layout changes; Markdown list continuation for unordered and numbered list markers using the configured indentation stylewrap mode updates so toggling line wrap no longer leaves stale text container sizing or loses the visible scroll position; no-wrap editor sizing so long lines can use horizontal scrolling on macOS and iOS/iPadOS; iOS editor inset synchronization to avoid drift between the text area, line numbers, and scroll indicatorsNone notedNone required

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.
  • 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.
  • 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: v0.7.4
  • Tagged commit: release tag target
  • Verify local tag target:
git rev-parse --verify v0.7.4
  • Verify downloaded artifact checksum locally:
shasum -a 256 <downloaded-file>
  • Verify local SSH commit signatures in this clone:
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), you can open and run directly from Xcode.

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

  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.
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):

scripts/ci/build_platform_matrix.sh

Support & Feedback

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Support Neon Vision Editor

Keep it free, sustainable, and improving.

Buy Me a Coffee Support on Patreon Support via PayPal

  • 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: Buy Me a Coffee

  • External support: Patreon

  • h3p apps portal for docs, setup guides, and release workflows: >h3p apps

  • External support: PayPal

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Git hooks

To auto-increment Xcode CURRENT_PROJECT_VERSION on every commit:

scripts/install_git_hooks.sh

Changed License

Neon Vision Editor is licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0. See LICENSE.

The project moved to Apache-2.0 because it keeps the same permissive open-source model while adding an explicit patent grant and patent-termination protection for contributors and downstream users. This better matches a developer tool that may receive contributions, integrations, and commercial redistribution over time.