Online Notepad — Free Create TXT File on Mac & Windows
Free online notepad to create, edit, and save .txt files on Mac and Windows. No TextEdit RTF hassle. Autosave, word count, and keyboard shortcuts.
Features
- ✓Free online notepad — open in browser and start writing instantly, no installation needed
- ✓Clean minimalist interface — distraction-free writing environment like a native text editor
- ✓Real-time autosave — your notes are saved to browser storage automatically, never lose work
- ✓Word and character count — track your writing progress with live statistics
- ✓Line numbers — easy reference for editing and reviewing long documents
- ✓Save as .txt file — download your notes as plain text files for offline access
- ✓Copy to clipboard — one-click copy to paste into any application
- ✓Find and replace — quickly locate and replace text within your document
- ✓Keyboard shortcuts — standard shortcuts for save, copy, paste, undo, and more
- ✓Dark mode support — comfortable writing experience in any lighting condition
- ✓Works on Mac, Windows, and Linux — consistent experience across all operating systems
- ✓100% client-side — your notes never leave your browser, completely private and secure
How to Use
- 1Open the notepad in your browser and start typing immediately — no sign-up or download required
- 2Your notes are automatically saved to browser storage as you type — close the tab safely
- 3Check the word count and character count in the status bar to track your writing progress
- 4Click the Save button to download your notes as a .txt file for offline access or sharing
- 5Use the Copy button to copy all text to clipboard, then paste into any application
- 6Press Ctrl+F (Cmd+F on Mac) to find text, or Ctrl+H (Cmd+H) to find and replace
- 7Use Ctrl+S (Cmd+S) to quickly save your notes as a .txt file
- 8Toggle dark mode for comfortable writing in low-light environments
- 9Mac users: create plain text files without the RTF format hassle — perfect for code, configs, and notes
- 10Windows users: lightweight alternative to Notepad with word count and autosave features
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this really free?
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Yes, completely free with no hidden costs. No registration required, no ads, no limitations. Just open the website and start writing.
How is this different from Mac's TextEdit?
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Mac's TextEdit defaults to RTF format, which can cause issues when sharing plain text files. Our online notepad creates true .txt files by default. Plus, you get autosave, word count, and other useful features.
Is my data safe?
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Yes. All notes are stored locally in your browser using localStorage. Nothing is sent to any server. However, clearing browser data will delete your notes, so use the Save feature to download important files.
Does it work offline?
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After the initial page load, the notepad works offline. Your notes are saved to browser storage, so you can close and reopen the tab without losing data.
Can I use this on my phone?
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Yes, the notepad is mobile-friendly. However, for the best writing experience, we recommend using a desktop or laptop computer.
What's the maximum text length?
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There's no practical limit. The notepad handles documents of any size, limited only by your browser's memory. For very large documents (100K+ characters), performance may vary.
Can I open existing text files?
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Yes, you can paste text from any source or drag and drop .txt files onto the editor area to load them.
How do I save my notes?
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Your notes are automatically saved to browser storage. You can also click Save to download as a .txt file, or Copy to copy to clipboard for pasting elsewhere.
Does it support different encodings?
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The notepad uses UTF-8 encoding, which supports all characters including special symbols, emojis, and non-English text.
Can I print my notes?
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Yes, use Ctrl+P (Cmd+P on Mac) to print your notes. The print view is optimized for clean output.
How does find and replace work?
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Press Ctrl+F (Cmd+F on Mac) to open the find panel. Enter the text to search and click Next to jump to each match. To replace, enter the replacement text and click Replace or Replace All.
What is word wrap?
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When word wrap is enabled, long text automatically wraps at the container edge. When disabled, text extends horizontally and requires scrolling. Disable word wrap for code editing.
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