AkelPad

4.9.8 Text editor for Windows

Fernando Ortega

Lightweight text editing application for viewing and editing plain text files with basic features.

Free and open source text editing software download, reviewed by Fernando Ortega
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An open source editor for plain text and suitable replacement for Notepad.

AkelPad Editor is an alternative Notepad to the one which comes preinstalled with Windows. It includes many different enhancements to the original Notepad.exe and is effectively much more powerful.

Besides the fact that AkelPad Editor supports everything Notepad does, it also supports multi-tasking, opening recent files, reopening documents, parsing a document into all UPPER or lower case, changes the font and background colors and much, much more.

Another great thing about AkelPad is the fact that you can add addition features to the program through the use of free plugins available -- or you can create your own.

When installing the application, you're given the option to either replace the currently installed Windows Notepad (notepad.exe) or install it as a separate application.

In the end, this program is a beast of a notepad and highly recommended to anybody who uses Windows' Notepad often.

Features of AkelPad

  • Auto-Completion: Speeds up typing with auto-completion suggestions based on the document's content.
  • Customizable Interface: Tailor the interface to suit personal preferences and working styles.
  • Encoding Options: Supports different text encodings for compatibility with various document types.
  • Extensive File Format Support: Handles various file formats, making it versatile for different text documents.
  • Lightweight Design: Minimalistic and fast, providing a quick and efficient text editing experience.
  • Line Numbers and Bookmarks: Provides tools for navigating and marking specific points within a document.
  • Macro Recording: Automate repetitive tasks with the ability to record and execute macros.
  • Multilingual Support: Accommodates users globally with support for multiple languages.
  • Plugins and Add-ons: Extend functionality through a range of available plugins for added features.
  • Portable Version: Offers a portable option for users who prefer a flexible, on-the-go text editor.
  • Search and Replace: Powerful search and replace functionalities for efficient text editing.
  • Syntax Highlighting: Enhances code readability by highlighting syntax elements for different programming languages.
  • Tabbed Interface: Facilitates working on multiple documents simultaneously with a tabbed layout.

Compatibility and License

AkelPad has been released under a BSD license on the Windows operating system from text editors. This means you can download, install, run and share this program freely without any restrictions. Unlike GPL software, the source code isn't necessarily available.


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