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Description:
Notepad software

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 1.5.4@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @ScrivenerApp | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: note-taking mind-mapping productivity writing-tool brainstorming

Install: brew install --cask scapple

About:
Scapple is a flexible digital whiteboard application designed for freeform note-taking and brainstorming. It allows users to create notes anywhere on the canvas and connect them with lines to visualize relationships and organize ideas. The tool is ideal for writers and thinkers who need a non-linear approach to capturing and structuring thoughts.

Key Features:

Freeform canvas for unrestricted note placement
Drag-and-drop interface with easy text editing
Visual linking of notes to map relationships
Export options including PDF, RTF, and image formats
Full-screen mode for distraction-free writing

Use Cases:

Brainstorming and mind mapping for creative projects
Organizing research notes and references
Outlining story structures and character arcs
Planning academic papers or presentations

Alternatives:

MindNode – More structured mind mapping with rigid hierarchies, less freeform than Scapple
Obsidian – Markdown-based knowledge base with bidirectional linking, steeper learning curve
Miro – Collaborative online whiteboard with real-time features, requires internet connection

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