Microsoft Upgrades Notepad with Spellcheck and Autocorrect

The new features aim to modernize the classic app, now available for Windows Insider testing.

Microsoft announces spellcheck and autocorrect features for Notepad in Windows 11, enhancing its functionality.
The new features are currently available for testing in the Canary and Dev channels of the Windows Insider Program.
Spellcheck and autocorrect will be enabled by default for most file types, with options to customize settings for specific file types or disable them for coding-related files.
This update reflects Microsoft's ongoing efforts to update and improve Notepad, following previous additions like dark mode, tab support, and AI integration.
Early user feedback is mixed, with some appreciating the modernization of Notepad, while others fear it may lose its simplicity and charm.