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PSPad

PSPad is a freeware programmers editor in 8 languages for Microsoft Windows operating systems. Some features are highlighted syntax, ftp, projects and so on. Code explorer for Pascal, C/C++, INI, HTML, XML, PHP and more in development, internal web browser with APACHE support.

Main Window - Project Settings

Cost / License

  • Free
  • Proprietary

Application types

Platforms

  • Windows  Installer version 4.2MB or portable app: cab-file with 4.19MB
4.0
Very Good10 reviews
204likes
15comments
0news articles

Features

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Properties

  1.  Lightweight

Features

  1.  Syntax Highlighting
  2.  ASCII to Hex
  3.  Edit files without creating a project
  4.  Portable
  5.  WYSIWYG Support
  6.  Support for MarkDown
  7.  Support for scripting
  8.  No registration required
  9.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
  10.  Code Formatting
  11.  Ad-free
  12.  Works Offline
  13.  Hex Editor
  14.  File Comparison

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Comment summary: PSPad receives praise for its features and performance, standing out for its small footprint, stability, and versatile editing tools. Users appreciate its project management and file comparison capabilities. However, criticisms include a lack of a 64-bit version and adware concerns, though some refute malware claims suggesting PSPad is safe if downloaded from the official site. While lacking advanced features like code folding, it remains a favored choice over Notepad++ for many due to its ease of use and tabbed interface.
Top Positive Comment
Guest
0

I love the simplicity and the feature to edit multiple docs side-by-side.

Review by a new / low-activity user.
TBayAreaPat
0

Like Notepad++, it has tabbing, highlighting, and blank line removal. The highlighting File save status icon is sweet! If you like Scripts/Macros, you will find an impressive selection of extensions to add. But it is only available on the 32bit program, not the 64. Place the script file in the script folder under the right language... java or vbs. I think from there In Settings, go to Program Settings, System Integration, and click Integrated scripting support (WSH). Unfortunately, running these scripts seems to be over my head.. I think it's a programmer deal.

hced
0

So what's the status on alleged adware mentioned here some 10 years ago or so?

Andre Meulen
-1

By far the best text editor for windows

Marc66
0

Switched to PSPad after experiencing too many problems with Notepad++

I like its small footprint and out-of-the-box Compare and Hex features.

I would give it 5 stars if a x64 version was available

TBayAreaPat

It has one now, but if you want to use their extension scripts, it's only available on the 32 bit version.

ruedigerzwarg
0

I cannot confirm ad- or malware. Could this be due to downloads from other than the original Website? Anyone who bundles unwanted software while posting the text below, would discredit himself and go off on a tangent forever. This is what it says on http://www.pspad.com/en/download.php

I hereby declare, that PSPad installer, downloaded from PSPad page, doesn't contains any bundled software or malware. PSPad installer and PSPad.exe itself is digitaly signed with code signing certificate, issued by Comodo certification authority.

PS: If offered (as here with pspad) I always use portable software versions

cCKk
0

Everything posted about PSPad is correct.

Awesome editor, compare with npp.

Free? Invasive adware could cost $$ to remove.

Maybe cheaper to purchase another product.

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What is PSPad?

PSPad is a freeware programmers editor in 8 languages for Microsoft Windows operating systems. Some features are highlighted syntax, ftp, projects and so on. Code explorer for Pascal, C/C++, INI, HTML, XML, PHP and more in development, internal web browser with APACHE support. Installation contains templates for HTML, PHP, Pascal, JScript, VBScript, MySQL, MS-Dos, Perl.

PSPad is useful for people who:

  • work with various programming environments.
  • like highlighted syntax in their source code.
  • need a small tool with simple controls and the capabilities of a mighty code editor.
  • are looking for a tool that handles plain text.
  • want to save time - PSPad offers rich text formating functions.
  • need a tool that offers user extension capabilities.
  • want to save money and still have the functionality of professional products because PSPad is free for commercial and government purposes too.

PSPad information

  • Developed by

    CZ flagJan Fiala
  • Licensing

    Proprietary and Free product.
  • Rating

    Average rating of 4
  • Alternatives

    170 alternatives listed
  • Supported Languages

    • English

Our users have written 15 comments and reviews about PSPad, and it has gotten 204 likes

PSPad was added to AlternativeTo by Ola Johansson on and this page was last updated .