Recent updates have added functionalities that were previously only found in more advanced editors like WordPad or Word:
Added in early 2024, bringing standard word-processing utility to plain text files . Hidden Power-User Features Notepad For Windows
The app now supports multiple notes in tabs within a single window, similar to a web browser . Notepad For Windows
Microsoft has integrated generative AI directly into Notepad, recently rebranding these features as to move away from the "Copilot" name . Notepad For Windows
Long documents can be condensed into key highlights instantly .
Notepad can automatically continue from a previous session, reopening recent files and unsaved progress .
AI can generate new content from scratch based on a simple prompt . Modern "Word Processor" Features