Microsoft is updating Notepad in Windows 11, adding long-awaited spell checking and auto-correction features that can be customized to suit users' individual needs.
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New features in the desktop app
Microsoft has completed testing and released an update for Notepad in Windows 11, which is now available to all users through the Microsoft Store. This update brings significant changes to the functionality of the app, which has been around for over four decades.
Spell check and auto-correction
One of the key innovations is the spell check function. Notepad will now highlight misspelled words in red, and users will be able to get correction options by right-clicking on the highlighted word. It is worth noting that at the moment this function does not support the Ukrainian language.
In addition, there is an auto-correction feature that automatically corrects minor typos and obvious spelling errors errors. However, users have the option to manually cancel automatic fixes.
Flexible customization of new features
Microsoft gives users the ability to customize new features to suit their preferences. They can be completely disabled in Notepad's settings or configured to only work with certain file types. For example, you can enable spell checking only for text files (.txt), but disable it for files with other extensions (.md or .lic).
Features of update distribution
According to The Verge, spell checking is disabled by default for log files and some other programming-related file types. It's important to note that the update is rolling out gradually, so not all users will have access to the new features at the same time.
Evolution of Notepad in Windows 11
This is not the first Notepad update in the Windows 11 era. Previously, the application has already received a number of improvements, including a tabbed interface, dark mode and a built-in character counter, which shows the constant development of even such classic tools.
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- Microsoft is an American technology corporation and software developer
- Windows 11 - the latest version of the Windows operating system
- Notepad is a simple text editor included with Windows
- Microsoft Store - app store for Windows
- The Verge - popular technology news site
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Microsoft has updated Notepad with spell check and auto-correction features for Windows 11 users. This is the first major update to the app in its 41 years of existence.
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Olivia
Wow, Notepad finally got spell check! 🎉 Now you don’t have to worry about typos in your notes. I wonder how accurately it will work?
Hans
Yes, Olivia, this is a really cool update! 👍 I've been waiting for this feature for a long time. I'm especially pleased that you can configure the scan for different types of files.
Sophie
I think this is a great addition to dark mode and tabs. Microsoft is clearly trying to make Notepad more functional. I wonder what else they'll add? 🤔
Carlos
Sophie, I agree! Maybe we'll soon see a built-in translator or integration with cloud services? 😃 It would be great to be able to immediately save notes to OneDrive.
Viktor
Eh, young people... Why all these bells and whistles in a simple text editor? Previously, we somehow managed without these checks and dark modes. It only takes up computer resources.
Olivia
Viktor, but progress does not stand still! 😊 These features can really save time and improve your experience. Plus, you can always turn them off if you don't need them.
Francesca
I'm wondering how quickly this feature will appear in other languages? 🌍 I often write in Italian, and such a check would be very useful.
Hans
Francesca, good question! I hope Microsoft doesn't delay this. It would be great to have multilingual support in Notepad. In the meantime, you can try third-party spell checking tools. 💡