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5 Windows tools and apps you can't find on other operating systems
Winsage
March 25, 2025

5 Windows tools and apps you can’t find on other operating systems

Certain features remain exclusive to the Windows operating system, offering unique functionalities not available on Mac or Linux. Microsoft has developed tools like PowerToys, which includes nearly 20 utilities enhancing Windows functionality, and Windows Sandbox, providing a secure environment for testing applications. Windows Notepad serves as a basic note-taking and coding app with features like spellcheck and autocorrect. The Snipping Tool allows users to capture screenshots and extract text from images, while the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) enables seamless access to both Windows and Linux environments. These tools are designed to enhance productivity and provide significant advantages for Windows users.
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Winsage
March 3, 2025

5 reasons why you should use Notepad++ instead of Notepad on Windows 11

Notepad++ is an open-source text editing application that serves as a comprehensive replacement for the basic Notepad in Windows 11. It supports a wide range of file types beyond the limited formats of Notepad, including XML and JSON with proper formatting through plugins. Notepad++ offers syntax highlighting for over 80 programming languages, enhancing readability and reducing errors. It includes an advanced find and replace function with Regular Expressions (RegEx) for efficient bulk text editing. The application features a focused clipboard history that allows users to retrieve previously copied text easily. Additionally, Notepad++ has a rich plugin ecosystem that enables users to expand its functionality with features like spellcheck, FTP support, and code execution for various programming languages.
6 ways Notepad has become better in Windows 11
Winsage
November 14, 2024

6 ways Notepad has become better in Windows 11

Microsoft has updated Notepad in Windows 11 with several new features: - Integration of Copilot with a "Rewrite" capability for text rephrasing. - Support for dark mode, enhancing usability in low-light conditions. - Native ARM support for Arm64 PCs, improving performance on Snapdragon-powered devices. - Introduction of a spellcheck feature that highlights misspelled words and offers corrections. - New tab support allowing users to manage multiple documents within a single window. - Auto-save functionality that automatically saves changes, preserving work for users.
How to configure spell checker and autocorrect features on Windows 11
Winsage
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.
Windows Notepad Gets Spellcheck And Autocorrect, And It Only Took 41 Years
Winsage
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.
Windows Notepad gets spellcheck and autocorrect, after 41 years
Winsage
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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