ExcalidrawZ: Local Native Excalidraw on macOS/iOS

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1. internet_points · Nov 12, 2026, 5:05 PM UTC

   already exists via emacs =P https://github.com/yibie/excali-mode

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2. quentindanjou · Nov 12, 2026, 5:20 PM UTC

   Honestly, that looks quite good and every feature is really welcome. Kudos!

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3. jdthedisciple · Nov 12, 2026, 4:10 PM UTC

   did you just steal their brand name? or what am i missing

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4. j2kun · Nov 12, 2026, 5:58 PM UTC

   From what I can tell, this project * Steals the brand name from a tool I love * Seems like it is intended to replace the original, not an extension/plugin * Smells vibe-coded (which raises the question as to its quality) I'll keep using (and paying for!) the original, thanks.

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5. lakpahana · Nov 12, 2026, 5:53 PM UTC

   4yr old ? installed it via mac appstore. hope u dont steal my api keys

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