Exciting new formatting tools for Notepad • Blisstech Solutions

Ever opened Notepad and wished you could make text bold or add a heading?

Probably not. But Microsoft is quietly upgrading Notepad in a way that might surprise you—especially if you use it for quick notes, meeting minutes, or team checklists.

Notepad has always been the go-to for simplicity: it opens instantly, saves fast, and never gets in your way. That’s exactly why people love it.

Now, Microsoft is testing light formatting features—things like bold and italic text, headings, hyperlinks, and bullet points. Just enough to make your notes clearer, without turning Notepad into a full word processor.

These features use Markdown, a simple way to format plain text using symbols. For example, putting asterisks around a word makes it bold. It’s clean, lightweight, and totally optional—if you prefer plain text, you can turn it off.

Some worry this could bloat the app, but the changes are minimal. It’s like swapping your biro for a fine-tip pen—not turning your notebook into a printing press.

And with WordPad now retired, there’s a gap for something between plain text and full documents. For small businesses or teams without complex documentation tools, this could be a handy middle ground.

A better note structure means clearer communication and saved time. It’s not flashy, but it’s thoughtful—and it shows Microsoft is modernising even the most basic tools in Windows 11 without losing their charm.

Keep an eye out for the update if you’re on Windows 11. And next time you’re jotting down a to-do list, maybe give those bold headings a try.

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