Text Editor

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Ubuntu 16.04 or later?

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sudo snap install gedit

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Details for Text Editor

License

  • GPL-3.0+

Last updated

  • 29 May 2025 - latest/stable
  • 11 June 2025 - latest/candidate

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Edit text files

gedit is the official text editor of the GNOME desktop environment. While aiming at simplicity and ease of use, gedit is a powerful general purpose text editor.

Whether you are writing the next bestseller, programming an innovative application, or simply taking some quick notes, gedit will be a reliable tool to accomplish your task.

Its flexible plugin system allows you to tailor the application to your needs and adapt it to your workflow.


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