WordPad Alternatives for Chrome OS
WordPad is not available for Chrome OS but there are a few alternatives with similar functionality. The best Chrome OS alternative is Google Docs, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to WordPad and four of them are available for Chrome OS so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Chrome OS alternatives to WordPad are Word Online, Dictanote and Calmly Writer.
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WordPad alternatives are mainly Word Processors, but if you're looking for Audio Transcription Tools or Note-taking Tools you can filter on that. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to WordPad.- Word Processor
- Free • Proprietary
- 107 Google Docs alternatives
Powerful online word processor with real-time collaboration, document conversion from Word, extensive formatting options, revision history, and multilingual capabilities, all integrated within the Google Drive ecosystem, accessible through any internet-connected device.
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Chrome OS
- Android Tablet
- iPad
Top Google Docs Features
Comments about Google Docs as an Alternative to WordPad
- 93 Word Online alternatives
Edit and create documents online with Word Online. Work collaboratively in real-time using your browser. Requires Microsoft 365 sign-in. Save and share documents in OneDrive. Use alongside desktop Office applications for a flexible workflow.
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application type
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Online
- Chrome OS
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
Word Online Features
- 108 Dictanote alternatives
Switch between typing and voice to take notes with ease, supporting 40 languages. Real-time transcription captures paragraphs and emoticons while ensuring clear punctuation. Pro upgrade offers cloud storage and multiple note management options.
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Online
- Chrome OS
- Google Chrome
Dictanote Features
- 45 Calmly Writer alternatives
Calmly Writer is a professional text editor designed to focus on what you want to tell, with a simple, unobtrusive and distraction-free user interface.
It's not a native stand-alone app. You need to run it in your browser. Should it work as a native app without overloading my poor hardware with a browser, I would consider it a good option.