OmniOutliner for Mac

OmniOutliner for Mac (formerly OmniOutliner) is a start-to-finish writing app. Perfect for collecting information, outlining Big Ideas, adding structure to any sort of writing, and much more.

From grocery lists to email drafts to long-form composition. Essentials comes equipped with beautiful themes, Typewriter & Distraction Free modes, document statistics, and more. Download OmniOutliner for macOS Now!

Features and Highlights

Write
OmniOutliner is feature-rich enough to see a novel from start to finish. You’ll have more flexibility by putting sentences or paragraphs in easily referenceable nodes, and with iPad Pro and keyboard support it’s even easier to write quickly.

Structure
Use the tool to add structure to your information — something beneficial to more than just outlines. Expand or collapse what you need, when you need it, and zoom in or focus to move everything else out of the way. Reference other apps—like OmniGraffle!—using Split Screen.

Style
Perfect for meetings, classes, or keying in need-to-know terms during a sailing lesson. The app gets completely out of the way so you can type, return, and type some more. Start new documents with a template to keep everything uniform and expeditious. You’ll find yourself starting all future work here.

Sync
Edit all of your outlines on any Mac, iPad, or iPhone using OmniPresence. It’s free, reliable, and open. Your files are always intact and available—they’ll even be waiting for you with Background App Refresh in iOS.

What’s in Pro
Upgrading to Omni Outliner Pro for Mac adds a whole lot of choice for designing, working with, and sharing your document. Add automation, reference links, and oodles of styling and formatting.

How to Use

• Open OmniOutliner and select a new or existing document
• Choose a template or start with a blank outline
• Add topics and subtopics using the Return and Tab keys
• Use the sidebar to apply styles, notes, and columns
• Collapse or expand sections for better focus
• Export to PDF, Word, or plain text formats
• Sync outlines across devices using OmniPresence or iCloud
• Use keyboard shortcuts to improve outlining speed
• Drag and drop rows to reorganize structure
• Add checkboxes, pop-ups, and dates as needed

System Requirements

macOS 11.0 Big Sur or later

Apple Silicon and Intel Macs supported

Minimum 100 MB free disk space

Internet connection required for syncing and licensing

PROS

• Flexible and intuitive outlining structure
• Highly customizable templates and styles
• Supports rich text and attachments
• Efficient for brainstorming and planning
• Seamless syncing across Apple devices

CONS

• Limited export formats without Pro version
• Pro version is relatively expensive
• No direct collaboration features
• Limited integration with non-Apple tools

Note: 14 days trial version. Requires 64-bit processor.