Notepad++

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Version 8.x

Free & Open Source (GNU GPL) · Native Windows

Notepad++ is a free source code editor and Notepad replacement that supports several languages. Written in C++ and powered by Scintilla, it uses pure Win32 API and STL to deliver higher execution speed and a smaller program size. Enjoy syntax highlighting, code folding, auto-completion, and an extensible plugin system — all optimized for performance.

Features

Built for performance, efficiency, and flexibility — the lightweight editor trusted by developers, sysadmins, and power users.

Performance & Lightweight:

• Engineered in C++ with pure Win32 API for maximum efficiency.
• Ultra-fast startup (<0.5s) and tiny memory footprint.
• Optimized for responsiveness and low CPU usage.

Editing & Languages:

• Syntax highlighting and code folding for 80+ languages.
• Auto-completion and multi-document tabbed editing.
• Powerful Scintilla-based editing component.

Customization & Plugins:

• Customizable themes with fine‑grained control.
• Extend functionality with hundreds of plugins via Plugins Admin.
• Macros to automate repetitive text processing tasks.

Availability & Ethics:

• Native to Windows (32‑bit and 64‑bit).
• Works on macOS and Linux via Wine.
• Free, open source, and community‑driven — 100% spyware‑free.

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