Black NotePad incorporates numerous features rarely found combined within a single plain text editor. The most significant unique capabilities are highlighted below.
Tab Management and History
By default, Black NotePad runs as a single-instance application. Open and newly created files are displayed within individual tabs in a single window. This approach ensures a unified and well-organized workspace even when working with multiple files. A history entry is automatically generated in the background for each tab after every save action. This enables users to revert the text to a previous state within the active session if needed.
Text Memo
Users can configure frequently used text snippets to quickly insert them via hotkeys or the context menu. This is highly beneficial for repetitive content or boilerplate text.
Encryption
Selected text segments can be encrypted and decrypted directly within the document. The encrypted content remains embedded in the text, allowing sensitive data to be protected without the need for separate files.
Encoding and EOL Tools
The program provides comprehensive tools for managing character encodings and End-of-Line (EOL) characters. These operations allow text originating from diverse operating systems to be easily verified and converted.
Hex View and Statistics
Document content can be inspected from multiple perspectives. The application offers both detailed statistical insights and a hex view.
Display Profiles
Display profiles allow users to quickly switch between various color schemes and visual arrangements, making it simple to adapt the program to the current environment or personal preferences.
Export/Import
Black NotePad’s configuration settings and document history can be exported and imported. This feature ensures that instances of Black NotePad running on different machines maintain the same working environment.
Search and Highlight
Individual search results are highlighted with distinct colors across the entire text. These highlights persist after a search is completed, effectively enabling multiple persistent search highlights.
