GNU nano vs TextPad : Which is Better?

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GNU nano

GNU nano is a text editor for Unix-like computing systems or operating environments using a command line interface.

License: Open Source

Categories: Development

Apps available for Mac OS X Linux BSD Haiku

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TextPad

TextPad is a text editor for the Windows. Developed by Helios Software Solutions

License: Commercial

Categories: Development

Apps available for Windows

GNU nano VS TextPad Feature comparision

Feature GNU nano TextPad
Automatic Indentation
Command line interface
Search and replace
Terminal-based
Macros
Lightweight
Code formatting
Tabbed interface
Custom Language Definitions
Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
Built-in Terminal
Autocompletion
Customizable
Support for Themes
Community based
Package Control
Syntax Highlighting
Live Preview
Integrated FTP client
Better syntax highlighting support
Debian package compatible
FOSS
Spell checking
Cross-platform
Editable text color schemes
*community curated information: This table may not have the most accurate information. Please suggest changes

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