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  1. Microsoft Limits AI Features in Notepad and Paint to Microsoft 365 Subscribers

    Microsoft is shaking up its long-standing tradition of offering free, built-in Windows apps. In a surprising move, the tech giant is now restricting access to some of the enhanced features in two of its most iconic programs—Notepad and Paint—unless users have an active Microsoft 365...
  2. No Microsoft Account Needed: Notepad Features Confirmed for Windows 11

    In a welcome clarification for Windows users, Microsoft has confirmed that the familiar Notepad app on Windows 11 does not require a Microsoft account for everyday text editing. This update comes in response to recent social media claims that users must now sign in to continue using Notepad—a...
  3. 7 Classic Windows Apps That Still Shine on Windows 11

    In the era of ever-evolving software and sleek modern interfaces, there’s a comfort in the familiar. While Windows 11 dazzles with new features and automation, a collection of historic, no-frills utility apps continues to serve their purpose—and deliver a bit of nostalgia. Let’s explore how...
  4. Windows 11 Update: Notepad and Outlook Clarifications on AI Features

    Microsoft’s latest update for Windows 11 has sparked a wave of questions—and relief—across the Windows community. In a recent announcement covered by Evrim Ağacı, Microsoft clarified its account connection requirements, specifically for the Notepad application and Outlook login processes. With...
  5. Windows 11 Notepad Update: AI 'Rewrite' Feature Sparks Mixed Reactions

    Windows users have long cherished Notepad for its clean, no-frills design and rapid accessibility. But the latest update in Windows 11 is stirring up conversation by introducing an AI-powered “Rewrite” feature—one that nudges users to sign in with a Microsoft account if they want to explore its...
  6. Windows 11 Notepad Update: AI Rewrite Feature and User Reactions

    Windows 11 users have discovered an unexpected twist in a tool many have trusted for decades. The latest update introduces an AI-powered “Rewrite” feature in Notepad that now requires users to sign in with their Microsoft account. However, the traditional, simple text-editing function remains...
  7. Microsoft Introduces AI Rewrite Feature in Notepad: A New Era for Users

    In a surprising twist for long-time Windows users, Microsoft has introduced an AI-powered “Rewrite” feature in Notepad—a tool many of us have relied on for decades as a simple, free text editor. This new functionality, however, comes with a catch: if you want to use Rewrite, you now need to log...
  8. Windows 11 Notepad Update: AI Enhancements and User Reactions

    In a recent TechRadar report, a clamor emerged about Windows 11’s Notepad seemingly forcing users to sign into their Microsoft accounts. At first glance, it might appear as if the beloved, minimalist text editor is undergoing a sudden overhaul into a clunky, account-bound utility. However, as we...
  9. Notepad on Windows 11: AI Features Clarified, No Mandatory Sign-In Needed

    Recent chatter in the Windows community over a screenshot circulating on Twitter has raised some eyebrows. At first glance, it appeared as though Microsoft was imposing a mandatory sign-in for using Notepad on Windows 11. However, the full picture is far more nuanced—and, thankfully, much less...
  10. How to Enable Dark Mode in Notepad on Windows 10 & 11

    For many Windows users, especially those burning the midnight oil, battling the glare of a bright screen can be a real headache. In today’s feature, we explore the top five methods to enable dark mode in Notepad on Windows 10 and Windows 11. If you’re a fan of dark themes—as many smartphone...
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    Windows 10 Can I replace 2 lines in notepad?

    Is it possible to alter 2 lines in notepad using edit/replace? I have a number of files, gcodes, that are in the format G00 Xnn Ynn G01 Xnn Ynn G01 Xnn Ynn G00 Xnn Ynn G01 Xnn Ynn G00 Xnn Ynn etc I would like to finish up with a line before each G00 Xnn Ynn line with G00 Z2 and before each...
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    Windows 11 Home - Print Screen- Now "easier"? Is this a joke?

    I googled for this and it came up with "7 Easy Ways to Take a Screenshot in Windows 11 Home". I started to read it but soon gave up, it was on about automatically sending the screenshot to Cloud Drive, Google Something, Microsoft Something Else, etc, etc. In Windows 10 Home I would simply get...
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    "WORD" and "EXCEL" free or cheap clones to run on Widows 11 Home?

    In Windows 10, and now Windows 11 Home, I use MS Notepad (.txt files) all the time for notes and simple letters. Along with Google Keep, for short temporary notes, very handy for copying tips off the Internet. But occasionally I want to create a .doc file, or to play around with some data to...
  14. How to Revert to Classic Notepad in Windows 11: A User's Guide

    Microsoft’s evolution of its products often invites mixed reactions, and the latest twist—the introduction of an AI-enhanced Notepad in Windows 11—is no exception. Riding the wave of AI innovation, Windows 11 has integrated features into Notepad that provide intelligent text manipulation...
  15. Transform Your Writing with Rewrite AI in Windows Notepad

    Notepad, the unassuming text editor that has been part of the Windows ecosystem since your grandma used it as her diary, is back in the spotlight. Wait, don’t roll your eyes just yet! Microsoft has revitalized this plain-text tool with a potent AI-driven capability called "Rewrite AI." With this...
  16. Transforming Notepad in Windows 11: 6 Essential Upgrades You Need to Know

    Microsoft’s Notepad has long been the unsung hero of text editing, sitting quietly on the peripheries of Windows user experience. It’s simple, it's plain, and for many, it’s an old friend. However, with Windows 11’s rollout, Notepad has undergone a transformation that’s making users sit up and...
  17. Microsoft's Notepad Update: AI Features Transforming a Classic Tool

    In a stunning move that merges nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, Microsoft is enhancing Notepad, one of its most beloved and long-standing applications, with artificial intelligence (AI) functionalities. This update, currently rolling out to select Windows 11 users, promises to transform...
  18. Microsoft Introduces Rewrite AI in Notepad: A Bold Step or Another Subscription Trap?

    In an ambitious stride toward integrating artificial intelligence into everyday software, Microsoft has recently unveiled the Rewrite AI feature in Notepad. This innovative addition, currently available to Windows Insiders, promises to revolutionize how users interact with text. Let's explore...
  19. Microsoft Paint and Notepad Get AI Upgrades for Windows 11

    Microsoft has officially set a course for integration that's turning heads in the tech community: the incorporation of artificial intelligence (AI) into two of its most beloved long-standing applications, Paint and Notepad. As users continue to embrace modern tools, Microsoft is reviving these...
  20. Transform Your Text: AI-Powered Rewrite Feature in Notepad

    If you thought Notepad was just a simple text editor, think again! Microsoft’s recent announcement has blown open the doors of innovation, integrating AI into one of the oldest tools in its arsenal. The new Rewrite feature, currently available for Windows Insiders using Windows 11, allows you to...