Disappearing syntax
Markdown delimiters show only when your cursor enters the range — and vanish when you leave. What remains is beautifully styled text.
Like the wind, light and free.
A lightweight, beautiful WYSIWYG markdown editor with AI integration — syntax disappears as you type, and your files stay 100% standard markdown.
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Features
Lossless roundtrip
MD → editor → MD preserves your document exactly. 100% standard markdown — no proprietary format, no lock-in.
AI-native editing
Inline AI edits (Cmd+J), Ghost Text autocomplete, and AI chat — powered by Claude, OpenAI, Gemini, or local Ollama.
Wikilinks & graph
[[links]] with autocomplete, backlinks, block references, tags — and a visual graph of your knowledge.
Math, code & diagrams
KaTeX math, code blocks with highlighting for 14+ languages, Mermaid diagrams, SVG blocks, and advanced tables with cell merge.
Vaults & perspectives
Open multiple vaults, folders, and files side by side — each with its own tree, tabs, and settings — and switch layouts instantly with perspectives.
Journal & Zettelkasten
A diary-focused daily-notes space with calendar, photos, and streaks — plus an atomic-notes space with inbox capture and permanent-note promotion.
Plugins
Install community plugins from a built-in, capability-gated marketplace — or build your own with the plugin API.
Featherweight
~10MB binary, instant startup, low memory. A desktop app that feels like the wind.
In Action
Syntax melts away as you type — watch Baram in action.
Shortcuts
| Action | macOS | Windows / Linux |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Switcher | Cmd+K | Ctrl+K |
| Command Palette | Cmd+P | Ctrl+P |
| Inline AI Edit | Cmd+J | Ctrl+J |
| Source Mode | Cmd+/ | Ctrl+/ |
| Save | Cmd+S | Ctrl+S |
| Find | Cmd+F | Ctrl+F |
| Bold | Cmd+B | Ctrl+B |
| Toggle Fold | Cmd+Shift+[ | Ctrl+Shift+[ |
| Export | Cmd+Shift+E | Ctrl+Shift+E |
| Settings | Cmd+, | Ctrl+, |
Plugins & Ecosystem
Browse community plugins in the built-in, capability-gated marketplace — themes, tools, and editor extensions installed in one click. Want to build your own? Start with the development guide.
Requirements & Install
| Platform | Requirements | Format |
|---|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 13+ · Universal (Apple Silicon + Intel) | .dmg |
| Windows | Windows 10+ · x64 | .msi, .exe |
| Linux | x64 | .deb, .AppImage, .rpm |
- Grab the installer for your platform from the download button above, or browse all builds on the releases page.
- macOS: open the .dmg and drag Baram into Applications. Windows: run the setup wizard. Linux: install the .deb/.rpm, or make the AppImage executable and run it.
- Launch Baram and open any folder or markdown file — no account, no setup.
macOS first launch: Baram isn't notarized by Apple yet, so macOS warns it "can't verify the app is free of malware". This is expected for an app distributed without an Apple Developer certificate — allow it once:
- In the warning dialog, click "Done" — not "Move to Trash".
- Open System Settings → Privacy & Security, scroll down to "'Baram' was blocked", and click "Open Anyway".
- Approve with your password or Touch ID — Baram opens normally from then on.
On macOS 15 and later, the old right-click → Open bypass no longer works for unnotarized apps. Terminal alternative: xattr -cr /Applications/Baram.app
macOS may also prompt for folder access on every launch when your files live in Documents, Desktop, Downloads, or iCloud. To avoid it, keep your vault outside those folders, or grant Baram Full Disk Access in System Settings → Privacy & Security.
Windows: if SmartScreen blocks the app, choose More info → Run anyway.
FAQ
What is Baram?
Baram(바람) is a lightweight desktop WYSIWYG markdown editor built with Tauri 2.0, React, and Tiptap/ProseMirror. It combines Typora-style "disappearing syntax" WYSIWYG editing with bidirectional links and AI-powered writing assistance.
What platforms does Baram support?
Baram runs on macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows (x64 and ARM), and Linux (x64).
Is Baram free?
Yes. Baram is free and open source software, licensed under the Apache License 2.0.
Does Baram preserve my markdown exactly?
Yes. Baram's core principle is lossless roundtrip fidelity — when you open a markdown file, edit it, and save it, your content is preserved exactly. No proprietary format, no hidden database. When you use layout features such as table column resizing or diagram sizing, Baram stores that metadata as plain, visible markdown comments right in the file — standard markdown that other editors simply ignore.
Can I customize keyboard shortcuts?
Yes. Open Settings > Keybindings to see all shortcuts organized by category. Click Edit on any shortcut, press the new key combination, and click Apply.
What languages does Baram support?
Baram currently supports English and Korean for the entire user interface — menus, dialogs, settings, and all UI elements.
Support Baram
Baram is free and open source under Apache-2.0. If it makes your writing lighter, you can help keep it flying.