CudaText is an open-source text editor primarily geared towards developers and users who need a versatile editing environment. It supports editing plain text files as well as code manipulation in various programming languages, with an emphasis on its minimalist interface and plugin support that enhances its functionality. The editor is known for its efficiency in handling large files and providing a smooth experience even on resource-limited systems.
One of the main differentiators of CudaText is its robust syntax highlighting support for over 200 programming languages, including Python, JavaScript, C++, HTML, CSS, among others. It allows customization of visual themes and color schemes, as well as features like code folding, search and replace with regular expressions, and multiple cursors for simultaneous editing. The interface can be configured in tabs or in a tree view mode, facilitating navigation in projects with many files.
The editor also has a Python-based plugin system, allowing users to extend its functionality with custom scripts or plugins available in the community. Features such as integration with linters, code formatters, and external tools can be added via plugins, making CudaText adaptable to different workflows. Additionally, it supports split-screen editing, macros for automating repetitive tasks, and a session manager to save and restore project settings.
Another notable aspect is the attention given to multilingual usability, with support for encodings such as UTF-8, UTF-16, and others, ensuring compatibility with texts in different languages. CudaText is configurable through JSON files, allowing detailed adjustments in keyboard shortcuts, toolbars, and the overall behavior of the editor. Its active community contributes to frequent updates, fixing bugs and adding new features, keeping the software relevant for technical users.