Download Notepad++ 8.7.7 – Free Source Code Editor for Windows

Notepad++ 8.7.7 is the latest release of one of the most popular free source code editors and text editors for Windows. Built as a powerful replacement for the basic Windows Notepad, it supports syntax highlighting for over 80 programming and scripting languages, making it an essential tool for developers, web designers, and power users alike.

The editor features a tabbed interface so you can work on multiple files simultaneously, along with a rich plugin ecosystem that extends its functionality with tools for code completion, file comparison, FTP access, macro recording, and much more. It is written in C++ and designed to be fast and lightweight, consuming minimal CPU and memory.

Notepad++ 8.7.7 brings various bug fixes and improvements over previous versions, maintaining the reliability and performance that has made it the go-to text editor for millions of users worldwide. It is completely free, open-source under the GPL license, and available in both installer and portable versions.

Key Features

• Syntax highlighting and folding for 80+ languages including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, PHP, C++, and more.
• Tabbed document interface lets you edit multiple files side by side in one window.
• Powerful search and replace with regular expression (regex) support across single files or entire folders.
• Plugin manager gives access to hundreds of community plugins for extended functionality.
• Auto-completion, function call tips, and multi-editing for faster coding.
• Macro recording and playback to automate repetitive editing tasks.
• Free, open-source, and available as both installer and portable version.

How to Install

1. Download the Notepad++ 8.7.7 installer from the link below.
2. Run the setup file and follow the on-screen installation wizard.
3. Launch Notepad++ from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut after installation.
4. Open any text or code file via File > Open or by dragging it into the editor window.
5. Browse Plugins > Plugins Admin to install additional plugins for your workflow.