How to Run Notepad.exe

Notepad.exe is the file name of Windows Notepad, which is a lightweight text editor that comes pre-installed with all versions of Microsoft Windows. Microsoft designed this application to allow quick creation of unformatted text documents. Notepad features some basic functions, such as inserting the current date and time, finding and replacing words or strings and counting the number of lines the text document is using. You can do these basic tasks with Notepad as soon as you run Notepad.exe.

Instructions

1. Click the Start button and then point to "All Programs" until you see a list of items.

2. Place the mouse cursor on the "Accessories" list item to see another pop-up list of items.

3. Click "Notepad" to launch Notepad.exe.

Tips & Warnings

• If you cannot find the "Accessories" section, you can also run Notepad.exe by typing "notepad.exe" in the Start menu search text box.

• If you are using Windows XP or an older version, click Start and go to "Run." Type "notepad.exe" in the supplied text box.

References

• Windows 7 Help Home: Open Notepad
• Windows XP Professional Product Documentation: Using Notepad
• Windows 7 Help Home: Notepad-Frequently Asked Questions