Predicted to enable DNA-binding transcription factor activity and sequence-specific DNA binding activity. Predicted to be involved in positive regulation of DNA-templated transcription and protein autoprocessing. Predicted to be active in endoplasmic reticulum membrane and nucleus. Is expressed in several structures, including embryonic anal pad; embryonic hindgut; embryonic large intestine; embryonic ventral epidermis; and embryonic/larval garland cell. Human ortholog(s) of this gene implicated in cerebral infarction; congenital diaphragmatic hernia; hyperopia; nanophthalmos; and primary angle-closure glaucoma. Orthologous to human MYRF (myelin regulatory factor) and MYRFL (myelin regulatory factor like).