You likely already use Notepad regularly to jot down quick notes, but there are some alternatives to the popular Windows app that may offer you more features.

Want to view more than one file at a time in Notepad? See how Notepad tabs work, along with easier ways to navigate them.

Notepad and Sticky Notes are two favorite apps when you want to note down something rather quickly. The advantage with Sticky Notes is that it autosaves – but then Notepad opens faster and simpler.

Now, every text file will open in the old Notepad, which you can still find in the C:\Windows folder. Note that uninstalling Notepad will remove its entry from the "Open with" menu. You can fix ...

The modernized UI, tab support, and auto saving have changed the game for me, and I use Notepad all the time now simply for writing down quick notes knowing I don't have to worry about saving them.

Yes, we do have endless fancy text applications on the web today but Windows users still prefer using Notepad to make notes and create and edit their text files. While the application is very ...

I use this handy feature when jotting down quick notes and need a time reference. Notepad might seem basic, but this tip allows some customization when you print. Head to File > Page Setup ...

As with any new feature, the new Notepad feature also has a few bugs or issues. Microsoft notes: We are aware of a couple of issues that may impact your experience with this preview. Some users ...