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What is nano?

GNU nano was developed as a free substitute for the Pico text editor, which is included in the Pine email suite from the University of Washington. The aim was to replicate the functionality of Pico while adding more features. The Debian GNU/Linux distribution, known for its dedication to distributing truly "free" software—defined as software that poses no restrictions on redistribution—decided against including binary packages for Pine or Pico. This left many users in a challenging situation; although they valued these applications, the versions available did not conform to the GNU criteria for free software. GNU nano is designed to be a straightforward and efficient text editor. Beyond basic text editing functions, nano offers features like undo/redo, syntax highlighting, interactive search-and-replace, automatic indentation, line numbering, word completion, file locking, backup files, and support for various languages. A significant update occurred with the launch of version 4.0, which stopped the automatic wrapping of excessively long lines by default, giving users greater control over their text formatting. This modification demonstrates the ongoing development of the software to adapt to user preferences and requirements, illustrating its commitment to continuous improvement. As a result, users find themselves with a more customizable editing experience.

What is Notepad++?

Notepad++ is a cost-free substitute for the standard Notepad, specifically created for modifying source code in multiple programming languages. It runs seamlessly within the Microsoft Windows environment and adheres to the GNU General Public License. Built on the advanced Scintilla editing framework and developed in C++, it utilizes the pure Win32 API and Standard Template Library (STL) to enhance its performance speed and minimize file size. By streamlining various processes while ensuring ease of use, Notepad++ aims to play a part in lowering global carbon dioxide emissions. Its efficiency enables computers to consume less CPU power, leading to operations at reduced energy levels, which contributes to decreased power usage and supports a more sustainable future. This innovative approach highlights the potential of software development to harmonize with environmental sustainability efforts while providing robust editing capabilities.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

HTML
C#
C++
Common Lisp
D
Erlang
Java
Lua
MATLAB
MightyGrep
Nim
Objective-C
PHP
R
Ruby
Rust
Swift
Tcl
XML
YAML

Integrations Supported

HTML
C#
C++
Common Lisp
D
Erlang
Java
Lua
MATLAB
MightyGrep
Nim
Objective-C
PHP
R
Ruby
Rust
Swift
Tcl
XML
YAML

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

nano

Date Founded

1999

Company Website

www.nano-editor.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

Notepad++

Date Founded

2003

Company Website

sourceforge.net/projects/notepadplusplus.mirror/

Categories and Features

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Text Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Categories and Features

Code Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

Text Editors

API
Auto-Complete
Code Folding
Column Editing
Customizable Themes
Debugging
Formatting / Table Editing
Keyboard Shortcuts
Multi-Monitor Editing
Syntax Highlighting
WYSIWYG

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