Notepad++ is a free (as in “free speech” and also as in “free beer”) source code editor and Notepad replacement that supports several programming languages. Running in the MS Windows environment, its use is governed by GNU General Public License.

Based on the powerful editing component Scintilla, Notepad++ is written in C++ and uses pure Win32 API and STL which ensures a higher execution speed and smaller program size. By optimizing as many routines as possible without losing user friendliness, Notepad++ is trying to reduce the world carbon dioxide emissions. When using less CPU power, the PC can throttle down and reduce power consumption, resulting in a greener environment.

Key features

• Syntax highlighting and folding: Notepad++ color-codes text for hundreds of programming languages, making code easier to read and understand. It also allows you to collapse (fold) sections of code for better navigation.
• Multi-view and tabbed interface: You can work with multiple documents simultaneously, either in separate tabs within the same window or in a split-screen view for comparing files.
• Plugins: The program has a robust plugin architecture, and hundreds of community-created plugins are available to extend its functionality.
• Search and replace: It offers powerful search features, including support for regular expressions, which allows for advanced find-and-replace operations.
• Macros: You can record and play back sequences of actions to automate repetitive tasks.
• Lightweight and fast: Written in C++, the program is designed for higher execution speed and a small program size, ensuring it runs efficiently on most systems.