Windows · Security & Antivirus
Notepad Replacer
Notepad Replacer will allow you to replace the default Windows version of Notepad with whatever alternative you would like to use.
Version 1.6.3 · by Binary Fortress
Official site: binaryfortress.com
About Notepad Replacer
## Package Parameters
* **If the parameter is not specified, the installation will fail and exit**
* `/NOTEPAD` - Specifies the path to the executable for the program you wish to replace Notepad with.
Example:
```shell
choco install notepadreplacer --params='"/NOTEPAD:C:\Program Files\Notepad++\notepad++.exe"'
```
To have choco remember parameters on upgrade, be sure to set:
```shell
choco feature enable -n=useRememberedArgumentsForUpgrades`
```
---
## Overview of Notepad Replacer
Do you use a Notepad alternative, like Notepad++ or Notepad2? Notepad Replacer will allow you to replace the default Windows version of Notepad with whatever alternative you would like to use. No System Files Replaced Won't replace ANY system files, or change ANY file permissions.
* **No System Files Replaced**
* **No Background Processes**
* **No Security Warnings**
* **Completely Free**
**Please Note**: This is an automatically updated package. If you find it is out of date by more than a day or two, please contact the maintainer(s) and let them know the package is no longer updating correctly.
How to install Notepad Replacer
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install notepad-replacer
- Open Notepad Replacer once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Notepad Replacer free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to binaryfortress.com, the developer's official site, where Notepad Replacer is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Notepad Replacer?
The version listed here is 1.6.3, published /Date(1768. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Notepad Replacer from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install notepad-replacer. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Notepad Replacer safe?
Notepad Replacer downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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