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May 30, 2025

Microsoft now testing Notepad text formatting in Windows 11

Microsoft has introduced text formatting capabilities in the Windows 11 Notepad application, allowing users to utilize Markdown-style input. This feature is part of the Windows 11 24H2 update for Insiders in the Release Preview Channel. Users can apply formatting options such as bold, italic, hyperlinks, lists, and headings, while also having the option to revert to plain text easily. The update is being rolled out to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels with version 11.2504.50.0 of the app. This enhancement is part of a broader initiative to modernize Notepad, which has included features like multiple tabs, a built-in character counter, spell check, autocorrect, and AI-powered text summarization and generation. Users can disable new AI functionalities or uninstall the app to revert to the classic notepad.exe program.

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May 23, 2025

Windows 11 Notepad gets AI-powered text writing capabilities

Microsoft is piloting an AI-driven text generation feature called "Write" in Notepad for Windows Insiders using version 11.2504.46.0. The feature allows users to create content from prompts, either starting from scratch or enhancing existing text. Users can access it by right-clicking, selecting "Write" from the Copilot menu, or using the Ctrl + Q shortcut. After entering instructions, AI-generated text can be incorporated into documents or discarded. A Microsoft personal account is required to use the feature, which utilizes AI credits from Microsoft 365 subscriptions. Microsoft has also introduced other AI features in Notepad, including a text rewriting tool named "Rewrite," a character counter, spell-check, and autocorrect. Additionally, new AI capabilities have been rolled out for Paint and Snipping Tool users in the Windows Insider program, including a sticker generator and enhanced screenshot tools.

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November 7, 2024

Microsoft Notepad to get AI-powered rewriting tool on Windows 11

Microsoft is introducing AI-enhanced functionalities to its applications Notepad and Paint, which were originally launched in the 1980s. These updates are currently being tested by Windows 11 Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels. In Paint version 11.2410.28.0, new features include generative fill and generative erase, allowing users to manipulate images by replacing elements with AI-generated content. The generative fill feature enables edits and additions with simple text prompts while maintaining the existing art style. The generative erase tool helps remove unwanted objects from images while preserving the artwork's integrity. Additionally, a new background remover tool is being added to enhance user experience. Notepad is introducing the "Rewrite" feature, which allows users to automatically rephrase content, adjust tone, and modify length. This feature is available in preview for users in select countries, including the United States, France, the United Kingdom, Canada, Italy, and Germany, and requires a Microsoft account for access. Since 2018, Notepad has been updated with various features such as a built-in character counter, spell check, autocorrect, wrap-around find and replace, improved compatibility with Unix and Mac systems, tabbed browsing, text zoom, UTF-8 support, autosaving, and line number displays.

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September 5, 2024

How to configure spell checker and autocorrect features on Windows 11

Windows 11 includes grammar features that enhance writing across applications. Users need to manually configure these tools in specific applications like Notepad, Outlook, and Microsoft 365. To enable grammar tools, users can go to Settings, then Time & language, and select the Typing page to activate autocorrect and spellcheck features. Users can also monitor typing statistics and manage a custom dictionary through the Privacy & security settings. For specific applications, users can enable spelling features in Notepad by accessing settings and toggling spell check, in Microsoft Edge by enabling grammar assistance in the settings menu, in Outlook by adjusting editor settings, and in Microsoft 365 apps by checking proofing options in the app settings.

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July 10, 2024

Notepad’s Spellcheck and Autocorrect Features Are Being Rolled Out – Spiceworks

- WordPad has received major updates during the Windows 11 era, including dark mode support, autosave, character count, tabbed interface, and Copilot integration. - Microsoft is preparing to stop shipping WordPad with Windows 11, with the application no longer included in the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update.

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July 10, 2024

Windows Notepad Text Editor Gets Spell Check After 41 Years

- New spell-check feature in Notepad works similarly to word processors - Autocorrect option available to fix common typing errors - Users can toggle spell check and autocorrect features off in settings - Spell check automatically disabled for certain file types - Notepad has received other updates with Windows 11 - Microsoft is retiring WordPad in favor of enhancing Notepad - Addition of spell check and autocorrect is a significant milestone for Notepad - Generally positive response to the new features

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July 9, 2024

Windows Notepad Gets Spellcheck And Autocorrect, And It Only Took 41 Years

Notepad in Windows 11 will have spellcheck and autocorrect features, initially available to Windows Insiders. These features will be off by default in certain file types commonly used for coding. Microsoft may have delayed implementing these features due to the reliance on Microsoft Office for revenue.

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July 9, 2024

Microsoft rolls out spellcheck, autocorrect for Notepad users in Windows 11 – Social News XYZ

Microsoft has introduced spellcheck and autocorrect features in the Notepad app for Windows 11, enhancing the user experience and providing a smoother writing experience.

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July 8, 2024

Windows Notepad gets spellcheck and autocorrect, after 41 years

Windows Notepad, first released in 1983, has received a significant update after more than four decades. The update includes spell check and autocorrect features, making it more similar to other word processors. The new features are now available for all Windows 11 users.

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July 8, 2024

Notepad finally gets spellcheck, autocorrect for all Windows 11 users

Microsoft has introduced spell check and autocorrect features to Notepad for Windows 11 users. The features have been tested by Windows Insiders since March and are now available to all users. Autocorrect has shown to be inconsistent in tests, but users can disable both features in the Notepad settings. Microsoft has been adding new features to Notepad since 2018 to modernize the application.