How to Install Savepad on Windows 11

Savepad is a text editor that is available on GitHub. It is a viable option for those seeking a basic text editor for their needs on Windows 11. In this tutorial, we will be guiding you through the step-by-step process of installing Savepad on Windows 11.

Prerequisites

Before we proceed with the installation process, there are a few prerequisites that must be met. These include the following:

• A working internet connection
• An up-to-date version of Windows 11
• An installed Git client on your system
• An installed Python on your computer

Step-by-Step Instructions

Now, let's start the installation process of Savepad. These are the steps you need to follow.

1. Open the Git command prompt as an Administrator.

2. To download the Savepad source code, enter the following command in the Git command prompt:

git clone https://github.com/shelltr/textpad.git

3. Change the directory to the downloaded file using the command:

cd textpad

4. Use the following command to install the required dependencies:

pip install -r requirements.txt

5. Once the installation of requirements has completed, you can run Savepad on your system. To do this, use the following command in the command prompt:

python textpad.py

6. Savepad is now running on your computer. You can use this application to create, edit or save plain text files.

Conclusion

By following these simple steps, you can install Savepad on Windows 11. This text editor is a useful tool for those seeking to perform basic text editing and has a straightforward user interface. With Savepad, you can easily create and edit text files for personal or professional use.

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