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Use this command to install Notepad++:
winget install --id=Notepad++.Notepad++ -e

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

Notepad++ is a free source code editor and Notepad replacement designed for developers and programmers. It supports multiple programming languages and offers a lightweight yet powerful solution for editing and writing code in the Windows environment.

Key Features:

  • Multi-language support for various programming languages, including C++, Python, HTML, and more.
  • Built on the Scintilla editing component, providing advanced text manipulation and syntax highlighting capabilities.
  • High performance with minimal resource usage, thanks to its use of pure Win32 API and STL, ensuring faster execution and lower power consumption.
  • User-friendly interface that balances optimization with ease of use, making it accessible for both novice and experienced users.
  • Eco-friendly design that reduces carbon dioxide emissions by optimizing CPU usage.

Audience & Benefit: Ideal for developers, programmers, and anyone requiring a lightweight yet efficient code editor. Notepad++ provides a professional-grade toolset without the overhead of larger, more complex editors, enabling users to write and edit code with precision and speed. It can be installed via winget for easy setup on Windows systems.

Versions
8.8.1
8.8
8.7.9
8.7.8
8.7.7
8.7.6
8.7.5
8.7.4
8.7.3
8.7.2