Microsoft launches Edit, a new open source command-line text editor for Windows

Microsoft has introduced Edit, a new open source command-line text editor for Windows, addressing the absence of a built-in editor in 64-bit versions. Developers can launch Edit by typing "edit" in the command prompt, enabling file editing directly within the terminal without needing to open a separate application. The editor is small, with a file size under 250KB, and is available on Microsoft's GitHub repository.

Edit avoids the complexity associated with modal editors such as Vim by using a modeless interface, which helps users avoid confusion like the “how do I exit vim?” issue. The tool supports editing multiple files with Ctrl + P, and all menu options feature keyboard shortcuts designed for efficiency. Additional features include find and replace, match case, regular expression support, and word wrap.

Microsoft introduced Advanced Windows Settings, a new section for developer tools and preferences that replaces the discontinued “For Developers” and Dev Home pages. It offers quicker access to settings and features like GitHub integration in File Explorer. Already available in Windows preview builds, it will soon enter public testing.