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5 Notepad Features You Didn’t Know About in Windows 11 Notepad might seem like the understated wallflower of the Windows application dance floor, but recent updates in Windows 11 have given it a fabulous makeover that turns this once-boring text editor into a powerful little tool. Let’s dive...

Notepad, one of the oldest and most beloved applications in the Windows ecosystem, has not only survived the test of time but has also evolved significantly with the latest updates. Launched alongside Microsoft Windows in 1983, this simple text editor might seem straightforward, but recent...

In the realm of nostalgia within the digital landscape, there's a bittersweet note reverberating among long-time Windows users: Microsoft has officially pulled the plug on WordPad, the once-beloved text editor that many have turned to for quick notes and simple document editing. This move is...

Notepad has long been a staple for Windows users seeking a simple text editor. With the introduction of Windows 11, Microsoft has updated Notepad, adding numerous features that elevate it beyond a basic text editor. Many users may not be aware of these enhancements, which include spell checking...

In an ever-evolving technological landscape, software is often viewed as perishable, outgrowing its relevance in a matter of years or even months. However, a surprising number of legacy software applications are still available and, in some cases, still in use as we enter 2024. While some of...

I am using the latest version of Windows 11 (23H2). When I use Notepad it does not shutdown after saving my work. I have to close it using the Task Manager. This is very frustrating and annoying. Please bring the old version back.

Overview Microsoft announces the rollout of an update for Notepad to Windows Insiders across different channels, bringing the much-anticipated spellcheck feature. This update, currently available in the Beta and Release Preview Channels, enhances the functionality of Notepad by allowing users to...

Introduction Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 26085 to users in the Canary and Dev Channels, enhancing the Windows 11 experience with new features and improvements. This update aims to provide a glimpse into upcoming functionalities and gather feedback from Windows Insiders...

Introduction Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels are now receiving updates to Snipping Tool and Notepad on Windows 11. These updates bring new features and enhancements to enhance the functionality and usability of these essential tools. Snipping Tool Enhancements Version...

Introduction In the latest release, Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23601 is introduced to the Dev Channel with a host of improvements and features designed to enhance user experience. Let's delve into the key highlights of this release: Windows 365 Boot Enhancements - Dedicated Mode for...

After Windows 11 update KB5031455 on 10/27/2023, I began experiencing a problem in Microsoft Word (Office 2003) with the cut and paste feature. When I would highlight text in Winword, then attempt to paste it anywhere, even on the same page or to another Document file, or even in Notepad, it...

Introduction Windows Insiders can anticipate improvements to the Snipping Tool and Notepad, currently being rolled out to users in various channels. Latest Enhancements Snipping Tool (version 11.2307.44.0): Introducing the combined capture bar to streamline switching between capturing...

Microsoft has just released a new update for Windows 11 (version 22H2). This update, KB5023778 (OS Build 22621.1485), brings some exciting new features and improvements to the system. Here's a quick rundown of what you can expect: New Features Notifications for Microsoft accounts will be...

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are releasing Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 25281 to the Dev Channel. TL;DR Starting with this build, we are trying out improvements to Windows Spotlight and introducing a visual update to the graphics settings page. And of course, a handful of fixes too...

Hello WindowsForum.com members, Exciting news for all Notepad users! Microsoft has started rolling out an update for Notepad (version 11.2212.33.0) for Windows 11 to Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. This update introduces a highly anticipated feature: tabs. Here's everything you need to know...

I'm using Windows 11 Home. Voice typing (activated by depressing Windows key + H) works great--but it times out after 10 minutes. I've tried it on Word 2021 and Notepad with the same results. Is there any way to change it so it won't time out?

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I cannot save notepad to desktop. Solved - I did not enter a new name in the field which had *txt

Hello Windows Insiders, today we are beginning to roll out the redesigned Notepad for Windows 11 to all Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel. We are very excited to introduce to all of you the redesigned Notepad for Windows 11, which includes a number of changes we think the community will...

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