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A powerful Notepad++ inspired text & source code editor for macOS and Web. 73+ languages with Compile & Run, Git integration, AI assistant, hex editor, shortcut presets, terminal, plugins. Built with React, Monaco, TypeScript.

9 starsTypeScript

Notemac++ – A Notepad++-inspired code editor for macOS and the web

by sergioadevita·Feb 27, 2026·5 points·3 comments
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AI Analysis

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Notepad++ clone with Git + AI, but VS Code and Cursor already own this space.

Strengths
  • •Multiple themes (Mac Glass, Dracula, Solarized) with polished visuals
  • •70+ language syntax support, macro recording, regex find/replace built-in
  • •Multi-provider AI assistant integration and git integration show thoughtful feature pairing
Weaknesses
  • •Direct competition with VS Code, Cursor, and Sublime Text—no clear differentiation in a saturated market
  • •Zero stars and forks on GitHub suggest early adoption/marketing issue
Target Audience

MacOS developers and web-based editor users

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VS Code · Cursor · Sublime Text

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