Microsoft has revamped its Notepad text editor, introducing generative AI features like Rewrite, Summarize, and Write which allow users to create and rewrite text. These changes come after a long period of stagnation since late 2021. Users must sign in with a Microsoft Account to utilize AI functions, which require credits depending on subscription status. Additionally, Microsoft is updating other foundational applications like Paint and Snipping Tool with AI enhancements, further demonstrating its focus on integrating AI technology across its platform.
By late 2021, major updates for Windows' built-in Notepad text editor had been so rare for so long that a gentle redesign and a handful of new settings were rated as a major update.
Microsoft notes that all AI features in Notepad can be disabled in the app's settings, and obviously, they won't be available if you use a local account instead of a Microsoft Account.
By late 2021, major updates for Windows' built-in Notepad text editor had been so rare for so long that a gentle redesign and a handful of new settings were rated as a major update.
Microsoft is also releasing preview updates for Paint and Snipping Tool, two other bedrock Windows apps that hadn't seen much by way of major updates before the Windows 11 era.
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