What Is LyteWriter?
LyteWriter is an AI-powered web app that digitalizes handwritten and typewritten pages. Simply photograph your pages with your phone, and LyteWriter automatically extracts the text, corrects typos, and organizes everything in one library — backed up to the cloud and ready to edit whenever you need it.
- Works with handwriting and typewritten text
- AI-powered typo correction — focus on writing, not mistakes
- Cloud backup + local storage — never lose your work
- Export to PDF, DOCX, or plain text, or share directly
How It Works
LyteWriter works in four simple steps to bring your analog writing into the digital world.
- 01. WRITE – Write on your typewriter, in your notebook, or anywhere inspiration strikes
- 02. CAPTURE – Photograph your pages with your phone — handwritten or typewritten
- 03. DIGITALIZE – LyteWriter extracts the text and corrects typos automatically
- 04. ORGANIZE – Edit, organize, and export all your writings from one place
Capturing Your Pages
There are multiple ways to bring your writing into LyteWriter.
- Camera Capture: Tap the camera button to photograph pages directly; text is extracted automatically
- Photo Upload: Select existing images from your device; multiple photos can be uploaded at once
- File Import: Import .txt, .docx, or .pdf files directly into your library as editable pages
- Batch Capture: Photograph multiple pages in one session; LyteWriter processes and numbers them automatically
Organizing Your Documents
Keep your writings organized using a full-featured library system.
- Create and nest folders for any project structure
- Rename items by long-pressing or right-clicking any folder or page
- Reorder pages via drag and drop — LyteWriter renumbers them automatically
- Move items to different folders anywhere in your library
Editing Your Documents
Every captured page becomes fully editable text. The editor displays the original image alongside the extracted text.
- Edit text to fix OCR errors, add notes, or rewrite sections — changes save automatically
- Toggle the image panel to compare text with the original page; zoom and pan for details
- Focus Mode minimizes distractions for long writing sessions
- Multi-Document Editing lets you open multiple pages at once and switch between tabs
Cloud Sync & Offline Access
Your documents are always available, on any device, online or off.
- Automatic backup: every captured page is backed up to the cloud automatically
- Sync across devices: sign in on any device to access your full library in real time
- Offline access: LyteWriter works offline; changes sync automatically when back online
- Manual sync: pull down on your document list or tap the sync button to force a sync
Installing LyteWriter on Mobile
LyteWriter is a Progressive Web App (PWA) that can be added to your home screen for quick, app-like access.
- iPhone/iPad (Safari): Go to lytewriter.com in Safari → tap the Share button → tap 'Add to Home Screen' → tap 'Add'
- Android (Chrome): Go to lytewriter.com in Chrome → tap the three-dot menu → tap 'Install app' or 'Add to Home Screen' → confirm
- Once installed, LyteWriter opens in its own window without browser controls
- Use your phone's camera to capture pages directly from the installed app
The Story Behind LyteWriter
LyteWriter was created by Pedro, a writer with a PhD in AI who decided to write all his future books on a typewriter and with pen and paper. While escaping the constant distractions of the digital world, he discovered there was no streamlined way to digitalize, organize, and back up his handwritten and typewritten work. So he built LyteWriter — using AI to fight fire with fire. Now writers can step away from screens with the peace of mind that their work is always safe, easy to digitalize, and ready to edit whenever they need it.
Privacy & Security
LyteWriter is committed to protecting your data and complies with GDPR and applicable data protection laws. The platform follows a data minimization principle, collecting only what is necessary to provide the service. No marketing or advertising cookies are used. Note: uploaded documents are processed by third-party OCR providers who have access to content during processing. Sensitive or confidential documents should not be processed through the service. Deleted content may persist in backups for up to 90 days. Privacy Policy last updated: November 11, 2025.
Services
- Free Plan: Get started digitalizing your writing at no cost. Includes handwritten and typewritten page support, AI-powered typo correction, and cloud backup and local storage. — Free
- Typer Plan: Perfect for occasional writers. Includes everything in the Free plan plus up to 150 scans per month. — $3.99/month
- Writer Plan: For daily writers who fill notebooks. Includes everything in the Typer plan plus up to 500 scans per month. — $9.99/month
- Hermes Plan: For prolific writers who need maximum capacity. Includes everything in the Writer plan plus up to 2,000 scans per month. — $24.99/month
Team
Pedro — Founder
Pedro is a writer with a PhD in AI who built LyteWriter after deciding to write all his future books on a typewriter and with pen and paper. Frustrated by the lack of tools to digitalize and organize analog writing, he created LyteWriter to give writers the freedom to step away from screens without losing their work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LyteWriter and what does it do?
LyteWriter is an AI-powered writing digitalization app that converts your handwritten or typewritten pages into organized digital documents. You simply photograph your pages with your phone, and LyteWriter extracts the text, corrects typos automatically, and stores everything in one organized library.
What kinds of writing does LyteWriter work with?
LyteWriter works with both handwritten notes and typewritten text, so whether you write in a notebook, on loose pages, or on a typewriter, it can digitalize your work. You can capture pages using your phone camera, upload existing photos, or import text files in formats like .txt, .docx, or .pdf.
How does LyteWriter digitalize my handwritten or typewritten pages?
You photograph your pages using your phone camera directly within the app, and LyteWriter's AI automatically extracts the text from the image. It also corrects typos as part of the process, so you can focus on writing rather than fixing errors later.
Does LyteWriter automatically back up my writing?
Yes, LyteWriter backs up your documents both to the cloud and locally on your device, so your work is protected even without an internet connection. Creating an account also allows your writings to sync across multiple devices automatically.
What file formats can I export my documents in?
LyteWriter lets you export your documents as PDF, plain text, or share them directly from the app. This makes it easy to send your work to editors, print it, or use it in other writing tools.
How much does LyteWriter cost?
Specific pricing details are available on the LyteWriter pricing page at lytewriter.com. We recommend visiting the site directly for the most up-to-date information on plans and any free options that may be available.
Who created LyteWriter and what is their background?
LyteWriter was created by Pedro, a writer with a PhD in AI who personally switched to writing on a typewriter and with pen and paper to escape digital distractions. He built LyteWriter after finding there was no streamlined way to digitalize, organize, and back up his own analog writing.
How do I install LyteWriter on my phone?
LyteWriter is a web app that can be installed directly to your home screen without going through an app store. iPhone users should open lytewriter.com in Safari and use the Share menu to tap 'Add to Home Screen,' while Android users should open the site in Chrome and select 'Install app' or 'Add to Home Screen' from the menu.
Do I need to create an account to use LyteWriter?
Creating an account with your email is recommended so that your documents sync across devices and are backed up automatically. You can sign up or sign in directly at lytewriter.com.
Can I organize my documents into folders in LyteWriter?
Yes, LyteWriter lets you create folders and even nest folders within folders for deeper organization, making it easy to sort your work by project, book title, or journal name. You can also rename, reorder, and move pages and folders at any time to keep your library tidy.
Can I capture multiple pages at once in LyteWriter?
Yes, LyteWriter supports batch capture, meaning you can photograph several pages in one session and the app will process them all, automatically numbering them as Page 1, Page 2, and so on. You can also upload multiple photos from your device at once if you already have images of your pages.
Can I edit the text after LyteWriter extracts it from my pages?
Yes, every captured page becomes fully editable text inside LyteWriter's built-in editor, where you can fix any recognition errors, add notes, or rewrite sections entirely. Your changes save automatically, and you can view the original image alongside the extracted text for easy comparison.
Contact
Email: p@lytewriter.com