// install via winget
Command Prompt & PowerShell
click to copy
winget install MarkWesker.PyPad
// direct download
Download Installer// about PyPad
PyPad is a classic-style text editor inspired by Microsoft WordPad. Built with Python and Tkinter, PyPad offers a clean, distraction-free writing environment with essential formatting tools and the ability to read and write .docx files – making it a convenient companion for quickly viewing or editing simple Word documents without installing a full office suite. Features: • Rich text basics – Bold, italic, underline, font family, size, and color • Multiple file formats – .txt, .py, .html, .docx • Enhanced .docx support with formatting markers (**bold**, *italic*, _underline_) • Document preview and statistics • Find & Replace, Word count, Dark mode • Portable and cross-platform (Python source available)
// frequently asked questions
How do I install PyPad using winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run:
winget install MarkWesker.PyPad. Winget ships with Windows 10 (1809+) and Windows 11 — no additional install needed.What is PyPad?
PyPad - A lightweight, nostalgic text editor with .docx support
Is PyPad free to download?
PyPad is distributed under the MIT License license. Use the winget command above or click the download button to get the installer directly from the publisher.
How do I update PyPad with winget?
Run
winget upgrade MarkWesker.PyPad in PowerShell or Windows Terminal to update PyPad to the latest available version.What architecture does PyPad support?
The listed installer targets the x64 architecture. See the publisher’s documentation for full compatibility details.