Apps with 'Live Preview' feature

Instantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.

Notepad++
Free • Open Source
Text Editor
Code Editor
Windows
PortableApps.com
215 Notepad++ alternatives
Notepad++ is a free source code editor and Notepad replacement that supports several languages.
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Notepad++ Features
1. LightweightNotepad++ consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Code FormattingNotepad++ supports code formatting for multiple languages and code styles.
3. PortableNotepad++ can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
4. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsNotepad++ can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
5. AutocompletionNotepad++ can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
6. Support for MarkDownNotepad++ supports MarkDown for document formatting.
7. Syntax HighlightingNotepad++ supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
8. Ad-freeNotepad++ doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
9. No Coding RequiredNotepad++ can be used without an coding or programming skills.
Tabbed interface
Text formatting
Search and Replace
Support for Javascript
Color coding
Multiple languages
Multiple Open Tabs
Configurable
Debugging
Built-in themes
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Visual Studio Code
Free • Proprietary
Text Editor
Code Editor
IDE
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Chrome OS
188 Visual Studio Code alternatives
Visual Studio Code is a free and extensible code editor for building web, desktop, and mobile applications, using any programming language and framework.
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Visual Studio Code Features
1. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsVisual Studio Code can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
2. AutocompletionVisual Studio Code can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
3. Syntax HighlightingVisual Studio Code supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
4. Git SupportVisual Studio Code supports Git, a free and open source distributed version control system.
5. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of Visual Studio Code.
6. Dark ModeVisual Studio Code supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
7. Support for MarkDownVisual Studio Code supports MarkDown for document formatting.
8. WYSIWYG HTML EditorVisual Studio Code allows you to make and preview changes to an application or website in real time, without needing to know code.
9. WYSIWYG SupportVisual Studio Code integrates a WYSIWYG editor to edit the look and content of a document, page, or file.
Customizable
Built-in terminal emulation
Code Completion
Multiple languages
GitHub integration
Supports Python
Source code debugging
C++
Graphical User Interface
Auto Update
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Joplin
Freemium • Open Source
Note-taking Tool
Todo List Manager
Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
Self-Hosted
AppImageHub
Snapcraft
Google Chrome
Flathub
Cloudron
Homebrew
Chocolatey
Termux
Firefox
23 Joplin alternatives
Joplin is a free, open source note taking and to-do application, which can handle a large number of notes organised into notebooks. The notes are searchable, can be copied, tagged and modified either from the applications directly or from your own text editor.
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Joplin Features
1. Support for MarkDownJoplin supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
3. End-to-End EncryptionJoplin has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
4. Privacy focusedJoplin is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
5. Web ClipperSave any page or content from the web with a single click with Joplin.
6. Works OfflineJoplin can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
7. Ad-freeJoplin doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
8. Hierarchical StructureOrganize your notes, pages, documents, etc., hierarchically with Joplin.
9. LightweightJoplin consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
Local Storage
Android Sync
Tagging
Encrypted Notes
WebDAV Support
Write files in markdown
Multiplatform
Synchronization
Plugin system
Export to HTML
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VSCodium
Free • Open Source
Code Editor
IDE
Text Editor
Mac
Windows
Linux
Electron / Atom Shell
182 VSCodium alternatives
This repository contains a build file to generate FLOSS release binaries of Microsoft's Visual Studio Code - Open Source ("Code - OSS") project, the open source core of the proprietary Visual Studio Code.
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VSCodium Features
1. No TrackingVSCodium will not track you or use your personal data.
2. Privacy focusedVSCodium is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
3. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsVSCodium can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
4. Works OfflineVSCodium can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
5. AutocompletionVSCodium can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
6. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in VSCodium without registration.
7. LightweightVSCodium consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
8. Syntax HighlightingVSCodium supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
9. Support for MarkDownVSCodium supports MarkDown for document formatting.
Prevent telemetry
Customizable
Git integration
MIT License
Minimap
Clean design
Support for 64 bit
C++
Code navigation
Color coding
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Logseq
Free • Open Source
Note-taking Tool
Todo List Manager
Task Management Tool
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
iPad
Self-Hosted
92 Logseq alternatives
Logseq is a platform for knowledge sharing and management. It focuses on privacy, longevity, and user control. Notice: the backend code will be open-sourced as soon as we’re sure that the backend service meets the security standards.
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Logseq Features
1. Support for MarkDownLogseq supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. Works OfflineLogseq can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
3. Ad-freeLogseq doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. Dark ModeLogseq supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
5. Full-Text SearchLogseq lets you search for specific words or phrases from inside a document or database.
6. Privacy focusedLogseq is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
7. No TrackingLogseq will not track you or use your personal data.
8. PDF annotationLogseq support PDF Annotation for highlighting, notes etc
9. SubtasksLogseq allows you to create and manage tasks inside of a parent-main task.
Bidirectional links
Graph view
Outliner
Backlinks
Local Storage
Knowledge base
Knowledge Management
Note organization
Hyperlinks
Wiki
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WinSCP
Free • Open Source
FTP Client
File Sync Tool
Windows
PortableApps.com
Wine
73 WinSCP alternatives
WinSCP, a popular free SFTP and FTP client for Windows, copies files between a local and remote computer. It supports also FTPS, SCP and WebDAV. It offers easy to use GUI for all common file operations and a powerfull automation with .NET assembly.
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WinSCP Features
1. Ad-freeWinSCP doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
2. PortableWinSCP can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
4. LightweightWinSCP consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
5. DecentralizedWinSCP is based on a decentralized infrastructure with no single entity controlling it.
6. IFTTT IntegrationYou can connect different services to automatically trigger actions within WinSCP using IFTTT.
7. Built-in viewerWinSCP shows you a quick preview of an image, page or file in supported formats.
8. Support for scriptingWinSCP supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
9. Support for RsyncWinSCP supports rsync, a free and open source file synchronization software.
Support for SFTP
Secure Copy (SCP)
SSH
Integrated FTP client
Import sites from FileZilla
Folder Mirroring
Sudo shell
Multiple login on one browser
Directory sync
Auto-saving
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Penpot
Free • Open Source
Prototyping Tool
UI Design Tool
Graphic Design Tool
Online
Self-Hosted
54 Penpot alternatives
Penpot is the first open-source design & prototyping tool for product teams, that allows full collaboration between designers and developers thanks to features such as Flex Layout and Code Inspect.
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Penpot Features
1. Real time collaborationMultiple users can work together in Penpot simultaneously.
2. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
3. Ad-freePenpot doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. Dark ModePenpot supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
5. Design handoffView and share snippets of generated code and design specs from your design in Penpot
6. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
7. Color PickerPenpot allows you to select and copy a color property from an image, object, or shape.
8. LightweightPenpot consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
9. No Coding RequiredPenpot can be used without an coding or programming skills.
UX Design
Interactive Prototyping
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Simplenote
Free • Open Source
Note-taking Tool
Todo List Manager
Mac
Windows
Linux
Online
Android
iPhone
Android Tablet
iPad
15 Simplenote alternatives
Made by the company behind WordPress, Simplenote enables users to take notes, lists, and ideas. These notes are stored on the cloud and are accessible across multiple devices.
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Simplenote Features
1. Support for MarkDownSimplenote supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. Dark ModeSimplenote supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
3. Full-Text SearchSimplenote lets you search for specific words or phrases from inside a document or database.
4. No TrackingSimplenote will not track you or use your personal data.
5. Ad-freeSimplenote doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
6. Distraction-freeSimplenote has a distraction-free mode for when you need to focus.
7. File VersioningSimplenote has a version system that lets you view and go back to older versions of the project/file/document.
8. LightweightSimplenote consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
9. PortableSimplenote can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
Cross-device syncing
Search by tags
Clean design
Simple text editor
Protected by Password
Notes synchronisation
Android Sync
Text Based Format
Tagging
Tag based
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Zettlr
Free • Open Source
Note-taking Tool
Text Editor
File Organizer
Mac
Windows
Linux
145 Zettlr alternatives
Zettlr is a one-stop publication workbench that combines many writing features and collects them in one application. It aims at speeding up your workflow and help you write without any interruptions.
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Zettlr Features
1. Support for MarkDownZettlr supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. File TaggingZettlr can organize and highlight your files with tags and labels.
3. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
4. Privacy focusedZettlr is considered a privacy friendly alternative.
5. Ad-freeZettlr doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
6. Syntax HighlightingZettlr supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
7. Dark ModeZettlr supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
8. Hierarchical StructureOrganize your notes, pages, documents, etc., hierarchically with Zettlr.
9. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Zettlr without registration.
Zettelkasten note method
Multiple export options
Zotero integration
Note organization
Link files
Built-in themes
Export to LaTeX
Sync with Nextcloud
Interactive tables
Write files in markdown
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Typora
Paid • Proprietary
Note-taking Tool
Text Editor
Mac
Windows
Linux
Electron / Atom Shell
143 Typora alternatives
Typora gives you a seamless experience as both a reader and a writer. It removes the preview window, mode switcher, syntax symbols of markdown source code, and all other unnecessary distractions. Instead, it provides a real live preview feature to help you concentrate on the...
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Typora Features
1. Support for MarkDownTypora supports MarkDown for document formatting.
2. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
3. Distraction-freeTypora has a distraction-free mode for when you need to focus.
4. WYSIWYG SupportTypora integrates a WYSIWYG editor to edit the look and content of a document, page, or file.
5. LightweightTypora consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
6. Support for LaTeXTypora supports LaTeX for text and math equation formatting.
7. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of Typora.
8. Code FormattingTypora supports code formatting for multiple languages and code styles.
9. Spell CheckingTypora can detect and correct all types of grammar and spelling mistakes.
Write files in markdown
Save as Markdown
Clean design
Simple text editor
Code Syntax Highlighting
Export to PDF
Multiplatform
Nested Folders
Minimalistic
Multiple languages
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Figma
Freemium • Proprietary
Prototyping Tool
UI Design Tool
Wireframing Tool
Mac
Windows
Online
Chrome OS
Software as a Service (SaaS)
70 Figma alternatives
Figma is a vector graphics editor and prototyping tool which is primarily web-based, with additional offline features enabled by desktop applications for macOS and Windows. The Figma Mirror companion apps for Android and iOS allow viewing Figma prototypes in real-time on mobile...
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Figma Features
1. Support for LayersFigma supports the organization of elements through a hierarchical order that can be manipulated/viewed independently.
2. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
3. Design handoffView and share snippets of generated code and design specs from your design in Figma
4. Auto LayoutFigma supports layouts that dynamically grow and adapt to the size of its contents.
5. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsFigma can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
6. Embedded commentsUsers can leave comments that will appear within Figma
7. Create UI ComponentsFigma allows you to create and define groups of reusable UI elements/materials across your design.
8. Dark ModeFigma supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
9. Transitions EffectsFigma allows you to apply transition effects between two different scenes/pages using pre-loaded or custom animated transitions.
Import from Sketch
Cross-Platform
Brainstorming
Export to SVG
Interactive Prototyping
Shared whiteboard
Export to PNG
Export to PDF
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Geany
Free • Open Source
Text Editor
Code Editor
IDE
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
PortableApps.com
Flathub
Flatpak
Snapcraft
136 Geany alternatives
Geany is a powerful, stable and lightweight programmer's text editor that provides tons of useful features without bogging down your workflow. It runs on Linux, Windows and macOS is translated into over 40 languages, and has built-in support for more than 50 programming...
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Geany Features
1. LightweightGeany consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of Geany.
3. Syntax HighlightingGeany supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
4. Support for LaTeXGeany supports LaTeX for text and math equation formatting.
5. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsGeany can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
6. AutocompletionGeany can predict and complete the rest of a word or phrase you're typing.
7. Code FormattingGeany supports code formatting for multiple languages and code styles.
8. Batch EditingGeany allows you to select multiple items (tasks, files, images etc) and edit their properties all at once.
9. Ad-freeGeany doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
Multiplatform
Minimalistic
Code navigation
Shell integration
Automatic Indentation
Debian package compatible
Shortcut keys
Customizable
Support for Large File
Built-in terminal emulation
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Dolphin File Manager
Free • Open Source
File Manager
FTP Client
File Renamer
Linux
KDE
Flathub
73 Dolphin File Manager alternatives
Dolphin is a file manager for KDE focusing on usability. Has three view modes: Icon, Detail and it used to have Column View like in Finder (it is not available in current version due to problems with maintaibility). Supports FTP, SCP and other protocols. Highly configurable.
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Dolphin File Manager Features
1. LightweightDolphin File Manager consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
2. Batch Rename FilesDolphin File Manager supports renaming of different types of files or data in large batches.
3. Ad-freeDolphin File Manager doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
4. PortableDolphin File Manager can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
5. Works OfflineDolphin File Manager can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
6. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
7. Dark ModeDolphin File Manager supports dark mode for comfortable usage in low light conditions.
8. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in Dolphin File Manager without registration.
9. Built-in viewerDolphin File Manager shows you a quick preview of an image, page or file in supported formats.
Split-screen view
Tree view
File preview
Built-in terminal emulation
KDE Plasma integration
Network protocols
Thumbnails
SSH
Remote File Access
Splitted view
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SpeedCrunch
Free • Open Source
Calculator
Mac
Windows
Linux
PortableApps.com
119 SpeedCrunch alternatives
SpeedCrunch is a free, fast, high precision open source algebraic calculator with an intuitive interface and many features, such as variables, syntax highlighting, functions, persistent input history & more.
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SpeedCrunch Features
1. Syntax HighlightingSpeedCrunch supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
2. PortableSpeedCrunch can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
3. Live PreviewInstantly see what your files and documents look like as you create them.
4. Ad-freeSpeedCrunch doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
5. Support for ThemesYou can use themes and templates to change the look and feel of SpeedCrunch.
Variables
Persistent History
Input history
Activity history
Multiple languages
Inline editing
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PyCharm
Freemium • Open Source
IDE
Code Editor
Text Editor
Mac
Windows
Linux
BSD
73 PyCharm alternatives
Python and Django IDE with refactorings, code completion, on-the-fly code analysis and other features, including version control integration, deployment, integration with issue trackers, and remote debugging.
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PyCharm Features
1. Code FormattingPyCharm supports code formatting for multiple languages and code styles.
2. No registration requiredYou can use most of the features in PyCharm without registration.
3. Git SupportPyCharm supports Git, a free and open source distributed version control system.
4. File VersioningPyCharm has a version system that lets you view and go back to older versions of the project/file/document.
5. Support for LaTeXPyCharm supports LaTeX for text and math equation formatting.
6. Syntax HighlightingPyCharm supports syntax highlighting for various programming and markup languages.
7. Support for scriptingPyCharm supports scripts and macros to automate or customize tasks.
8. Command line interfacePyCharm either have CLI support or is a CLI-only app.
9. Spell CheckingPyCharm can detect and correct all types of grammar and spelling mistakes.
Code Completion
Python IDE
Refactoring
Embedded debugger
Compare Source Code
Git integration
Supports Python
GitHub integration
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