Notepad++

Notepad++ is a free source code editor designed to replace Notepad under Windows. It is based on the powerful Scintilla component and is written in C++. Here are three of its main features:

Multilingual Support

Notepad++ supports multiple programming languages, making it a versatile tool for developers working on various projects. This feature allows users to efficiently manage different types of code files.

Optimized Performance

Notepad++ is optimized to reduce energy consumption by using less CPU power. This allows computers to reduce their electricity consumption, contributing to a more sustainable environment. By utilizing the Win32 API and STL library, Notepad++ offers high execution speed while maintaining a compact program size.

Customization and Ease of Use

Notepad++ is designed to be both powerful and easy to use. It offers various customization options, allowing users to configure the interface and features according to their preferences. This makes the user experience smooth and efficient, even for complex tasks.

Plugins Available on GitHub

Notepad++ has a wide range of plugins available on GitHub, allowing users to extend its functionality. Among these plugins are:

• ActiveX Plugin: Allows controlling Notepad++ via ActiveX, compatible with multiple programming languages.
• AnalysePlugin: Useful for searching multiple search patterns simultaneously, ideal for analyzing large log files.
• LuaScript and jN Notepad++ Plugin: Offer scripting capabilities in Lua and JavaScript, enabling users to customize and extend Notepad++.
• MarkdownViewer++: Displays Markdown files in real-time and allows exporting the result to HTML or PDF.
• NppOpenAI: Integrates OpenAI to generate code or responses based on artificial intelligence.

These plugins are accessible via the official Notepad++ plugin list on GitHub, making it easy to install and manage them using the built-in Plugin Admin.