Dev Tools · 1h ago
Ex-Microsoft dev strips Notepad down to its bare bones
A former Microsoft engineer has created a minimalist version of Notepad that removes decades of accumulated bloat. The lightweight text editor, called Notepads, weighs in at under 1MB and launches instantly. It aims to recapture the simplicity of the original Windows accessory while remaining compatible with modern systems.
Meridian48 take
This is a niche but telling commentary on software bloat, though it's unlikely to disrupt the dominance of full-featured editors like VS Code or even the built-in Notepad.
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