Impulse — Writer's Studio

Impulse is a macOS writing app built for writers who take their craft seriously.
Whether you're writing a novel or a screenplay, Impulse gives you the tools to stay organized and focused — without getting in your way.
FOR NOVELS & BOOKS
— Timeline with character and event tracks across chapters
— World-building inspector for locations, characters, and lore
— Chapter sidebar for notes, status, and structure
FOR SCREENPLAYS
— Up to 6 variation tabs per scene
— Side-by-side tab comparison with diff view
— Dedicated inspector accessible via keyboard shortcut
ACROSS ALL PROJECTS
— Semantic search that understands meaning, not just keywords
— Two-way link synchronization between story elements
— Clean visual architecture — no nested folders
Your work stays on your device. No account required. Free for individual users.