This method ensures that whenever any program tries to launch notepad.exe , it actually launches your chosen alternative instead. This is often called a "debugger" hack.
Double-click Debugger and set its value to the path of your new editor, followed by the -notepadStyleCmdline -z flag.
If you just want your .txt files to open in a different app without deleting the original Notepad, this is the safest route. any .txt file and select Properties . replace notepad with notepad windows 11
Open (search for regedit in the Start menu).
In the tab, look for "Opens with" and click the Change button. This method ensures that whenever any program tries
Example for Notepad++: "C:\Program Files\Notepad++\notepad++.exe" -notepadStyleCmdline -z . 3. How to Get the "Classic" Windows 10 Notepad Back
Go to Settings > Apps > Advanced app settings > App execution aliases . Toggle the switch for Notepad to Off . If you just want your
Right-click the folder, select , and name it notepad.exe .
Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Image File Execution Options