What is a Notepad file?

Notepad++ is a text editor that is similar to Microsoft Notepad but provides additional features, such as source code editing tools. Unlike Notepad, Notepad++ is not bundled with Windows, but it is available as a free download. Basic users can use Notepad++ as a simple text editor, but the program's real power is its advanced features. Notepad++ allows users to edit multiple documents at once via tabs and split-screen views, drag and drop text from one document to another, create and execute macros, and map functions to custom keyboard shortcuts. Those who are beginning to work with source code files, especially, may want to upgrade from Notepad to Notepad++, as the latter program includes basic source code editing features, such as syntax highlighting and code folding. Notepad++ natively supports a variety of programming languages, including C++, HTML, Pascal, Java, and YAML.