Introducing Notepad++: An Advanced Open-Source Text Editor
Notepad++ is a versatile, open-source code editor available at no cost, embodying the principles of both “free speech”and “free beer.”Operating within the Microsoft Windows ecosystem, it is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL).
Technical Foundations
Utilizing the robust editing engine Scintilla, Notepad++ is crafted in C++ and employs the Win32 API alongside the Standard Template Library (STL).This design choice not only enhances execution speed but also minimizes the application’s overall size. In its commitment to sustainability, Notepad++ strives to lower carbon emissions by optimizing performance. By utilizing less CPU power, users can experience reduced energy consumption, contributing to a greener planet.
Latest Features and Fixes in Version 8.8.1
The recent update to Notepad++, version 8.8.1, brings several significant improvements and fixes:
- Resolved ShortcutMapper regression affecting shortcut display while editing.(Fix #16491)
- Corrected visual regression of the Find in Files progress bar.(Fix #16504)
- Fixed content cut-off issue in search results caused by null characters.(Fix #6281, #15216, #16466)
- Introduced locale-based line sorting functionality.(Fix #13456, #927, #8481, #11261, #16406, #16409)
- Enabled selection history to enhance undo & redo capabilities.(Fix #16488)
- Addressed removal failures of plugins (corrected in WinGUp).(Fixes #16364, #15673, #11819, #9148, WinGUp #82)
- Fixed issues related to saving tab settings for external lexers.(Fix #16460)
- Added syntax highlighting for ErrorList.(Fix #16437, #8078)
- Rectified the disabled Paste command when no data is present in clipboard.(Fix #16456)
- Fixed incorrect directory opening for files.(Fix #16465)
- Improved the aesthetics and functionality of the Find dialog.(More space added.)
Download Options
You can download Notepad++ 8.8.1 through the following links:
- Notepad++ 64-bit Installer
- Notepad++ 64-bit Portable (~4.0 MB)
- Notepad++ 32-bit Installer
- Notepad++ 32-bit Portable
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