Product Snapshot
Code Writer, developed by Actipro Software LLC, is a Windows 10-focused text and code editor designed to streamline script and document creation. It combines a clean, touch-friendly interface with features aimed at both casual text editing and professional code work.
Interface and Navigation Highlights
- Full-screen-ish windowing with a minimal chrome that can fade to reduce distractions.
- Collapsible file explorer/sidebar that houses navigation, printing and sharing, help, search, and settings.
- Line numbers for quick reference and an unobtrusive layout to maximize visible editing area.
- Easy switching between documents and a simple workflow to create, reopen, or pick up where you left off.
Editing and Productivity Tools
- A command palette and an editing popup provide instant access to common actions, recent files, and a go-to-line utility.
- Built-in search with replace capabilities so you can locate or modify code fragments rapidly.
- Numerous keyboard shortcuts and touch-based selection support for faster editing on suitable devices.
- Error-checking and presentation-ready export options that help prepare code for sharing or demonstration.
Appearance and Personalization
- Syntax coloring that adapts to different file types and helps visually separate language constructs.
- Customizable editor attributes such as font family and size, indentation markers, line ending style, current-line highlighting, and visible whitespace.
- Theme support and web color previews to match personal preferences or project requirements.
- Word wrap and line-number visibility controls so the workspace can be tuned for readability.
Supported Formats and Languages
- Ruby, ASP.NET, ASP, HTML, XML, XAML, SQL, PHP, JSON, Javascript, Java
- C#, C++, C, Python, CSS, VBScript, Visual Basic, Powershell, Perl, Lua
- Markdown, INI, Rich-Text, TXT and other common plain-text formats
Session Handling and File Management
Open files persist between sessions, so your workspace is restored when you return. The editor handles multiple file types at once and makes switching simple, while the document explorer and advanced editing commands keep larger projects organized.
Printing, Help, and Documentation
The application includes extensive documentation and the option to print help files or code listings. Multiple printing settings let you control how output appears for handouts or reports.
Who Benefits Most
Code Writer is suited for beginners who want an approachable editor as well as experienced developers seeking a lightweight but capable Windows 10 coding environment. Its mix of customization, language support, and productivity tools makes it a practical choice for editing, reviewing, and presenting code.
Technical
- Windows
- Free