https://github.com/raghul-tech/notepadxx
🚀 NotepadXX — A fast, Java-powered text editor with real-time linting 🧠, Markdown preview 📝, built-in terminal 💻, themes 🎨 & zero telemetry 🔒. Lightweight, smart & cross-platform!
https://github.com/raghul-tech/notepadxx
antlr4-grammar code-editor cross-platform filehandling gui java javaapplication javadevelopment javafx javafx-application javafx-desktop-apps markdown-editor markdownpreview md open-source productivity-tools swing text-editor
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🚀 NotepadXX — A fast, Java-powered text editor with real-time linting 🧠, Markdown preview 📝, built-in terminal 💻, themes 🎨 & zero telemetry 🔒. Lightweight, smart & cross-platform!
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/raghul-tech/notepadxx
- Owner: raghul-tech
- License: gpl-3.0
- Created: 2024-09-12T20:34:45.000Z (over 1 year ago)
- Default Branch: master
- Last Pushed: 2025-06-26T12:33:58.000Z (9 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-06-26T13:30:09.888Z (9 months ago)
- Topics: antlr4-grammar, code-editor, cross-platform, filehandling, gui, java, javaapplication, javadevelopment, javafx, javafx-application, javafx-desktop-apps, markdown-editor, markdownpreview, md, open-source, productivity-tools, swing, text-editor
- Language: Java
- Homepage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_syrEovWLBc
- Size: 16.7 MB
- Stars: 1
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 0
- Open Issues: 0
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
- License: LICENSE
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README
NotepadXX
NotepadXX: A Lightweight, Powerful Text Editor for Every User.
## ✨ About NotepadXX
NotepadXX is a powerful, modern, and cross-platform text editor built entirely in Java. Designed for both Windows and Linux, it offers a clean, responsive interface using Java Swing and JavaFX — combining speed, simplicity, and professional-grade tools.
Whether you're editing plain text, writing code, or working with Markdown, NotepadXX delivers. Enjoy features like syntax highlighting, real-time linting, Markdown preview, and smart editing — all in one lightweight, distraction-free workspace. You can even open a terminal or web browser right from the app for an efficient, uninterrupted workflow.
Developed once to run seamlessly across platforms, NotepadXX is ideal for developers, writers, and creators seeking a dependable editor without unnecessary bloat.
Try NotepadXX today and experience a smarter, faster way to edit.
---
## 🔥 Features
- 📂 **File Operations**: Easily open, create, save, and manage text files with a user-friendly file chooser.
- ✂ **Basic Editing Functions**: Cut, copy, paste, undo/redo, and other essential editing tools included.
- 🔤 **Text Formatting**: Change font style and size to suit your preferences.
- 💻 **Command Line Integration**: Launch the app or open files directly from the terminal/command prompt.
- 🌐 **Web Browser Support**: Instantly open URLs in your default browser from within the editor.
- 🎨 **Syntax Highlighting**: Color-coded syntax support for multiple programming languages.
- 🧠 **Real-Time Linting**: Get instant feedback on your code with built-in syntax checking and analysis.
- 📝 **Markdown Preview**: View live previews of Markdown files directly inside the editor.
- 🗂️ **Multitab File Handling**: Work on multiple files at once using a tabbed interface for efficient multitasking.
- 🧩 **Hybrid UI**: Seamlessly blends Java Swing's stability with JavaFX's modern look and feel.
- 🔄 **Real-Time File Monitoring**: Automatically detect changes made to files externally and prompt to reload or overwrite.
- 🎨 **Theme Customization**: Toggle between light and dark modes to match your style.
- 🚀 **Cross-Platform Compatibility**: Runs smoothly on both Windows and Linux — one codebase, universal support.
- ⚡ **Lightweight & Fast**: Minimal UI design ensures fast load times and smooth performance.
---
## 🖼 ️Screenshots
#### Splash Screen
### Dark Themes
#### Dark
#### Darcula
#### macosDark
### White Themes
#### Light
#### Classic
#### macosLight
#### MarkDown Preview
* preview can be viewed by `Ctrl+K` to open in a new tab or `Ctrl+Shift+K` to open in a new window
---
## ⌨ Keyboard Shortcuts:
### File Operations:
* `Ctrl+N`: Create new tab.
* `Ctrl+O`: Open file.
* `Ctrl+S`: Save file.
* `Ctrl+Alt+S`: Save as file.
* `Ctrl+Shift+S`: Save all files.
* `Ctrl+W`: Close tab.
* `Ctrl+Shift+w`: Close all tab.
* `Ctrl+Shift+T`: Restore recent closed file.
* `Alt+F4`: Exit.
### Edit Operations:
* `Ctrl+Z`: Undo.
* `Ctrl+Y`: Redo.
* `Ctrl+X`: Cut.
* `Ctrl+C`: Copy.
* `Ctrl+V`: Paste.
* `Ctrl+P`: Print.
### Search Operations:
* `Ctrl+F`: Find.
* `Ctrl+H`: Replace.
### View Operations
* `Ctrl+Shift+E`: File Explorer.
* `Ctrl+Shift+C`: Command Prompt.
* `Ctrl+Alt+A`: Administrator Command Prompt.
* `Ctrl+Alt+E`: Microsoft Edge.
* `Ctrl+Alt+C`: Google Chrome.
* `Ctrl+Alt+F`: Fire Fox.
### Tools Operations
* `Ctrl+=`: Zoom In.
* `Ctrl+-`: Zoom Out.
* `Ctrl+0`: Reset Size.
### Markdown Preview Operations
* `Ctrl+K`:Open preview in a tab
* `Ctrl+Shift+K`:Open preview in a new Window
### Tab Change Operations
* `Ctrl+→ / Ctrl+←`:Switch to the next/previous tab (focus between tabs)
* `Ctrl+Shift+→ / Ctrl+Shift+←`:Move the current tab to the right/left
### ToolTip Operations
* `Ctrl+M`:Toggle tooltip for code errors
* `Ctrl+Shift+M`:Hide code error tooltips
---
## 🎨 Themes
1. **Light Theme**: A bright and clean theme for well-lit environments.
2. **Dark Theme**: A dark and moody theme that's easy on the eyes in low light.
3. **Classic Theme**: A traditional theme for those who prefer a timeless look.
4. **Darcula Theme**: A dark theme with rich colors for a pleasant coding experience.
5. **macOS Light Theme**: A light theme inspired by the macOS aesthetic.
6. **macOS Dark Theme**: A dark theme inspired by the macOS aesthetic.
---
## 🚀 Getting Started
### ✅ Prerequisites
### 📥 Installation
### Microsoft Store (Recommended – Windows)
1. Visit the [Microsoft Store](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9pl8nmxdxd40?hl=en-in&gl=IN).
2. Click "Install" to download and use the application.
### itch.io
1. Go to [itch.io](https://raghul-tech.itch.io/notepadxx).
2. Download the application and follow the setup instructions.
1. Navigate to [SourceForge](https://sourceforge.net/projects/notepadxx/).
2. Download the installer compatible with your operating system.
[](https://sourceforge.net/projects/notepadxx/files/latest/download)
NotepadXX is available for **Windows** and **Linux**.
---
# 🧰 Installation Instructions
## 🪟 Windows Installation
1. **Microsoft Store**
- Download the installer from the [Microsoft Store](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9pl8nmxdxd40?hl=en-in&gl=IN).
- Run the installer, and it will redirect you to the Microsoft Store to complete the installation.
2. **Winget (Windows Package Manager)**
- Open Command Prompt or PowerShell.
- Run the following command to install NotepadXX:
```bash
winget install "NotepadXX"
```
---
## 🐧 Linux Installation
1. **Download the `.tar.gz` File**
- Visit [SourceForge](https://sourceforge.net/projects/notepadxx/) or [itch.io](https://raghul-tech.itch.io/notepadxx) and download the Linux version of the `.tar.gz` file:
**NotepadXXV1.2.1-Installer(Linux).tar.gz**
2. **Extract the File**
- Open a terminal and navigate to the directory where the `.tar.gz` file was downloaded.
- Use the following command to extract the file:
```bash
tar -xvzf "NotepadXXV1.2.1-Installer(Linux).tar.gz"
```
3. **Make the Installer Executable**
- Navigate to the extracted folder:
```bash
cd "NotepadXXV1.2.1-Installer(Linux)"
```
- Run the following command to make the `install.sh` script executable:
```bash
chmod +x install.sh
```
4. **Run the Installer**
- Execute the installer with this command:
```bash
./install.sh
```
- This will create shortcuts in your desktop and menubar for easy access.
---
## 🆕 Changelog:
* View all official releases and downloads on the [NotepadXX Releases Page.](https://github.com/raghul-tech/NotepadXX/releases)
* For a detailed log of all changes, refer to the [CHANGELOG.md](CHANGELOG.md) file.
---
## 🔒 Disclaimer and Privacy Statement
In the interest of complete transparency:
- **User Privacy**: NotepadXX values your privacy. We do not and will never collect your personal information.
- **IP Address**: Your IP address remains confidential; we do not track or log it.
- **Typing and Files**: We do not monitor or record what you type, nor do we access any files you create, including their names and paths.
- **Data Protection**: None of your data, including typings and files, is transmitted to us or any third parties.
#### 📖 More to read here: [[Privacy Policy](privacy-policy.md)]
---
## 🧠 Skills Demonstrated
- **Java Programming**: Built using both **Swing** and **JavaFX** to deliver a responsive and feature-rich experience.
- **UI/UX Design**: Clean, minimal, and user-centered interface for ease of use and visual clarity.
- **Tool Integration**: Bundled with built-in **File Browser**, **Web Browser**, and **Command Terminal**—no need to switch apps.
- **Code Editor Features**: Syntax highlighting, intelligent indentation, and auto-completion.
- **GoodKill Feature**: A unique smart error detection system—if a user types an incorrect line of code (like missing a semicolon), the editor immediately highlights the area in **red** and shows an informative **tooltip** using **ANTLR-based lexer and parser** for real-time analysis.
- **Hybrid Development**: Combines the robustness of Java Swing with the modern UI capabilities of JavaFX.
- **Deployment**: Seamlessly packaged using **MSIX** and made available on the **Microsoft Store**.
- **Optimization**: Built for speed and efficiency, with minimal memory footprint and instant load times.
---
## 🔍 Code Analysis & Quality
NotepadXX is built with clean code practices and robust analysis mechanisms to ensure a top-tier development experience:
- **ANTLR-Powered Code Intelligence**: Uses **ANTLR lexer and parser** to parse and validate code in real-time. Syntax errors such as missing semicolons or invalid tokens are:
- **Highlighted in red**
- **Accompanied by tooltips** explaining the issue
- **Static Code Analysis**: Utilizes tools like **PMD**, **Checkstyle**, and **SpotBugs** to enforce best practices and prevent code smells.
- **Error Handling**: Comprehensive exception management ensures smooth and crash-free usage, even in edge cases.
- **Performance Profiling**: Memory usage and responsiveness are continuously monitored and optimized.
- **Thread Management**: Critical processes such as file I/O, theme switching, and large file operations run on separate threads for a seamless experience.
- **Refactoring Culture**: The codebase is regularly improved for simplicity, maintainability, and future scalability.
- Users can toggle between normal and advanced error tooltips using `Ctrl + M`.
- Use `Ctrl + Shift + M` to toggle tooltip visibility.
> NotepadXX isn’t just powerful—it’s intelligent, fast, and built with precision.
---
## 🌟 Why Choose NotepadXX?
NotepadXX is not just another text editor; it’s a powerful tool designed to enhance your productivity and provide a seamless editing experience. Whether you're a coder, writer, or just someone who needs a lightweight text editor, NotepadXX offers the following benefits:
- 🚀 **Fast and Responsive**: A minimalistic design ensures quick startup times and efficient file handling without any unnecessary delays.
- 🧩 **Multitab Editing**: Manage multiple files effortlessly with our intuitive tabbed interface. No more switching between separate windows—everything is in one place.
- 🌐 **Cross-Platform Compatibility**: Works on any system that supports Java, making it accessible on various operating systems.
- 💡 **Hybrid UI**: Combining the best of **Java Swing** and **JavaFX**, NotepadXX delivers a sleek, modern interface without sacrificing performance.
- 🔄 **Real-Time File Monitoring**: NotepadXX detects external changes to your files and alerts you, giving you full control of your workspace.
- 🛠️ **Productivity Tools**: With built-in **Command Prompt** access, **Web Browser** integration, and **File Browser** capabilities, NotepadXX acts as more than just a text editor—it’s an all-in-one productivity tool.
- 💻 **Syntax Highlighting**: Perfect for programmers, NotepadXX offers syntax highlighting for a wide range of programming languages (more to be added in future updates).
- 🎨 **Customizable Themes**: Choose between light and dark modes to match your style and enhance readability.
- ❌ **No Bloatware**: The app is lightweight and free from unnecessary features, giving you the tools you need without the clutter.
---
## 🆚 Why NotepadXX Stands Out
**NotepadXX** isn’t just another text editor — it’s a powerful, modern tool built for productivity.
Whether you’re a developer, student, or content creator, NotepadXX helps you get more done with features like:
- 🧠 **Smart Code Editing** – Syntax highlighting, custom themes, and keyboard shortcuts
- 🌐 **Built-in Browser Access** – Preview web pages and content without switching tabs
- 🗂️ **Integrated File Manager** – Quickly navigate and manage your files within the editor
- 💻 **Terminal Access** – Run command-line tools right from inside the app
- 🌓 **Dark & Light Themes** – Choose the look that suits your style
**Built with Java 23 & JavaFX**, NotepadXX runs smoothly across Windows and Linux with a native feel and modern UI.
> ⚡ Designed for speed, built for productivity.
---
💡 **Experience the power of an all-in-one editor. Install NotepadXX from the Microsoft Store and upgrade your workflow today.**
---
## 🤝 Contributing
* If you like my work, please consider:
* ⭐ Star this project on GitHub
* 💬 Leave me a review [here](https://apps.microsoft.com/store/detail/9PL8NMXDXD40?cid=DevShareMCLPCS)
* ☕ [](https://buymeacoffee.com/raghultech)
* 📩 Interested in contributing? [Email Me](mailto:raghultech.app@gmail.com)
* Check out the [CONTRIBUTING.md](CONTRIBUTING.md) to get started.
---
## 🐞 Report a Bug
* If you've encountered a bug, please report it by clicking the link below.
This will guide you through the bug-reporting process:
➡️ [Click here to report a bug](https://github.com/raghul-tech/NotepadXX/issues/new?template=bug_report.md)
---
## 🧾 License
This project is licensed under the [GNU General Public License (GPL v3)](LICENSE).
---
## 📬 Contact
Email: [raghultech.app@gmail.com](mailto:raghultech.app@gmail.com)
---
## 📢 Stay Tuned :
* 🎧 [Join the NotepadXX Discord Server](https://discord.gg/MQn4GT8CVp) for support, updates, and community discussions.