Microsoft Edit

Install latest/stable of Microsoft Edit

Ubuntu 16.04 or later?

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Install using the command line

sudo snap install msedit

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Edit is an MS-DOS inspired text editor from Microsoft

Edit pays homage to the classic MS-DOS Editor, but with a modern interface and input controls similar to VS Code. Learn more at https://github.com/microsoft/edit

Once installed, simply run msedit from your terminal.

Disclaimer: This is an unofficial Snap and it is not endorsed by nor affiliated officially with Microsoft Corporation.

Details for Microsoft Edit

License
  • MIT

Last updated
  • 19 June 2025 - latest/stable

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