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Description:
Download, solve, and print crossword puzzles
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 2.4.5@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: crossword puzzles productivity macos
Install: brew install --cask black-ink
About:
Black Ink is a native macOS application designed to download, solve, and print crossword puzzles from various sources. It automatically parses puzzle files and provides an intuitive interface for digital solving, including features like check/reveal and note-taking. The tool streamlines the workflow for crossword enthusiasts who want to manage puzzles from a single desktop interface.
Key Features:
  • Automatic puzzle downloading and parsing
  • Interactive solving interface with check/reveal tools
  • Support for printing and PDF export
  • Native macOS integration and performance
Use Cases:
  • Daily crossword puzzle solving and management
  • Downloading puzzles from multiple sources into one app
  • Printing puzzles for offline solving
Alternatives:
  • Across Lite – Cross-platform standard with broader file format support but older interface
  • web-based solvers – Browser-based solutions that require no installation but lack offline capabilities
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Jan 31, 2026 12:54am 2.4.5 0 VERSION_BUMP 214e095e
Aug 10, 2025 12:54am 2.4.4 0 VERSION_BUMP a305adad
Aug 8, 2025 3:44pm 2.4.3 0 VERSION_BUMP c9ba851a