WordPad — Linux alternatives

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WordPad is the basic rich-text editor bundled with Windows.

Looking to leave Windows behind without losing what WordPad does for you? Below are 2 Linux alternatives in the Accessories category, ranked by community votes so you can quickly compare which one fits your workflow best.

Category: Accessories Platform: Windows

2 Linux alternatives to WordPad

Kate

Kate (KDE Advanced Text Editor) is KDE's powerful, feature-rich text editor.

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56% match

gedit

gedit, GNOME's general-purpose text editor, is also commonly used for lightweight code editing.

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44% match

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Linux alternative to WordPad?

Based on community votes, Kate is currently the top-rated Linux alternative to WordPad on Linux Alternative.com.

Does WordPad run natively on Linux?

WordPad does not have a native Linux build. Instead, you can switch to one of the 2 free Linux alternatives listed on this page.

Are the Linux alternatives to WordPad free?

Most Linux alternatives listed here are free and open-source. Check each program's own download page for exact licensing terms.