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Stable Release

Version: 1.0.3.0 Commit: [de61c5] Build: [#3]

📝 ClearText

A lightweight, multi-tab text editor for Windows and Linux.

📦 Downloads

  • ClearText.msi — Windows installer with Start Menu and optional desktop shortcuts
  • ClearText.msix — Unsigned package ready for Microsoft Store submission
  • ClearText-Portable.zip — Portable version, no installation required

✨ Installer Features (MSI)

  • ✅ Start Menu shortcut
  • ✅ Optional desktop shortcut
  • ✅ Custom installation directory
  • ✅ Proper uninstall support
  • ✅ Add/Remove Programs integration

🏪 Microsoft Store Submission

The MSIX package is unsigned and ready for submission via Partner Center. Before uploading:

  1. Update the Identity Name and Publisher in the manifest with your Partner Center values
  2. Upload the unsigned MSIX — Microsoft handles signing during certification

📦 Package Comparison

Feature MSI MSIX Portable
Installation Required Yes Yes No
Start Menu Integration ✅ ✅ ❌
Auto-Update Support ❌ ✅ ❌
Microsoft Store Ready ❌ ✅ ❌
Sandboxed ❌ ✅ ❌
Traditional Uninstall ✅ ✅ ❌
Code Signing Required ✅ Store ❌

🚀 Usage

Launch cleartext.exe from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut. It's a single self-contained executable — no companion binaries required.

🎯 Silent Installation (MSI)

:::cmd
msiexec /i ClearText.msi /quiet /norestart
msiexec /i ClearText.msi /quiet /norestart DESKTOP_SHORTCUT=1
msiexec /x ClearText.msi /quiet /norestart

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Source: README.md, updated 2026-08-27