Try advanced text editors to replace Notepad . When put side by side, some glaring omissions exist between Notepad and other advanced text editors. For example, you can't use code folding.

W hen it comes to taking quick notes, most Windows users prefer Notepad. It's simple, pre-installed, and gets the job done — but is it the best option? While it serves its purpose for basic text ...

Well, then the prompts to sign up for one of Microsoft 365’s AI plans started dropping, raising some serious questions and confusion about just how much you could use Notepad for free, as you ...

Hate Notepad in Windows 11 because Microsoft keeps adding features to the app, bloating it up? You might like the new 'Edit' app that's in the works now.

If you’re still using Notepad in 2025, you should consider turning it on now that it’s available. You never know when a typo can slip past you. Joel Lee / Foundry.

For years, we've been able to freely use all the features in Windows apps like Notepad and Paint. But those days seem to be gone. Yes, the core features are still freely accessible, but the latest ...

One of Microsoft's oldest apps is about to get a new collection of features. Notepad, which has been around since 1983, will soon support lightweight formatting and Markdown. Windows Insiders in ...

Notepad.exe, now an actively ... Rewrite appears to be based on the same technology as the Copilot assistant, since it uses cloud-side processing (rather than your local CPU, GPU, or NPU) ...

AI tools have arrived in two of the most basic and long-serving Windows utilities. Here’s what they do and how you can turn them off if you prefer.