nedit

nedit is a graphical text editor designed for the X Window System. It is known for its user-friendly interface and features commonly found in more advanced editors, making it suitable for a wide range of tasks from simple text editing to basic programming.

Originally developed by Glenn Jackman, nedit aims to provide a balance between simplicity and power. It offers features such as syntax highlighting for various programming languages, search and replace functionality with regular expression support, and the ability to open multiple files in a tabbed interface. Users can also customize the editor's appearance and behavior, including key bindings and font settings.

The editor supports cut, copy, and paste operations, undo and redo functionality, and line number display. nedit also includes a macro language that allows users to automate repetitive tasks. Its design emphasizes ease of use for users transitioning from simpler editors while still providing the tools needed for more complex text manipulation. It is often included in Linux distributions or can be compiled from source code.