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Lapce vs Notepad++
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| Fact | Lapce | Notepad++ |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Rust | C++ |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Other |
| Stars | 39k | 29k |
| Latest | v0.4.6 | v8.9.8.1 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 64 days between releases | about 36 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 33 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Sublime Text. Alternatives to Sublime Text →
Full replacementLapceA fast native editor with modal editing, language servers and plugins.
PartialNotepad++A fast native editor with plugins, on Windows only.
Lapce
Lapce
✓ signed The latest release, v0.4.6, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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Notepad++
unsigned The latest release, v8.9.8.1, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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