A text editor is a remarkably essential tool for managing text files or taking quick notes for your large programs. It is crucial to have a text editor on top of every window that helps to take notes faster without opening the editor from the taskbar.
Though you can tile multiple windows next to each other, using Notepad/Notepad++ to be always on top of the window could be very handy.
When you set Notepad/Notepad++ to show on top of every window, you can effortlessly move or resize it according to your needs.
In this article, I will guide you with proper instructions to set your text editor to be always on top.
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How to Set Notepad/Notepad++ to Be Always on Top?
Though there is no existing always-on-top feature available on Notepad, Notepad++ has a built-in feature to set it to be always on top easily.
You can effortlessly set Notepad++ to show consistently on top. For Notepad, you can use several third-party applications to show Notepad always on top of other windows.
Here are the steps to set Notepad/Notepad++ to be always on top:
For Notepad
Windows don’t have the Always on Top feature from the beginning. If you are a Notepad user and want to use this feature for Notepad, you can try several programs, including Always on Top, DeskPins, and TurboTop.
Here is the programs list to set Notepad to be always on top:
1. Always on Top
You can download this application from Dropbox and install it on your device. This program is easy to use; after installation, simply open the app. Now choose a window you want to show on top and press Ctrl+Space.
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2. DeskPins
DeskPins is a minimal and handy software for showing a window always on top of the other windows. This app is completely free and contains no bugs or malware.
3. TurboTop
TurboTop can easily detect the title of the currently opened windows. You can easily click on any title to set it on top of other windows. Using TurboTop, you can set a program to be on the top by default after launching the application.
With these freeware programs, you can enjoy the Always on Top feature without difficulties.
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For Notepad++
Notepad++ has an inbuilt feature known as Always on Top. You can effortlessly turn on this great feature by following the below steps.
Here are the steps to set Notepad++ to be always on top:
- Open Notepad++ from the Start menu.
- Select View from the top bar.
- Click on the Always on Top from the dropdown menu.
After successfully enabling this feature, you will see a blue tick to the left of the setting. A quick reminder for you, after closing the application, the setting will be lost. You must enable the Always on Top feature every time you launch the app.
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FAQs
Is there a way to keep notepad on top?
You can download and install Always On Top from Dropbox. After successful installation, open your Notepad and press Ctrl+Space to show the Notepad on top of every window.
What is always on top?
Always on top is a feature that helps a program to stick always on top of every window by a simple keyboard command.
How do I keep a file always on top?
To keep your text file always on top, you can use numerous programs, including Notepad++. Open your Notepad++ > Select View from menu > Click on Always on Top.
How do I force a window to stay on top?
Windows don’t have the Always on Top feature built-in, but you can force a window to stay on top by using some freeware programs, including Always on Top, DeskPins, and TurboTop.
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Final Thoughts
While working with a development environment or data-intensive tasks, having the Always on Top feature can make your working process quicker and save time.
Notepad++ offers a built-in feature to set it to be always on top. Notepad doesn’t have any feature like this; however, you can use several programs to assist Notepad to be always on top.
After completing this well-researched article, now you know how to use this great feature on your device to increase productivity.
Still, have any confusion or queries? You can mention them in the comment box below.
