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Can notepad code editor ++ be used together with python programming language?

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Yes, Notepad++ can be used as a code editor for Python programming. While Notepad++ is a lightweight text editor, it has features that make it suitable for writing and editing Python code, including syntax highlighting, code folding, and support for various plugins.

Here’s how to set it up for Python development:

  1. Install Notepad++: Download and install Notepad++ from the official website if you haven't already.

  2. Syntax Highlighting: Notepad++ supports Python syntax highlighting out of the box. When you create a new file with a .py extension, select Language from the menu, then choose P and select Python.

  3. Running Python Code:

    • Notepad++ by itself does not have a built-in way to run Python scripts. However, you can run your Python scripts using the command line or terminal.
    • You can also use a plugin called "NPPExec" to execute your Python scripts directly from Notepad++. To install it, go to Plugins > Plugins Admin, find NPPExec, and install it.

  4. Using NPPExec:

    • After installing NPPExec, you can create a script to run your Python code.
    • Go to Plugins > NPPExec > Execute... and enter: 
      cmd /C python "$(FULL_CURRENT_PATH)"
    • This will run the current file in the command prompt. Make sure Python is added to your system's PATH environment variable so that you can execute it from any command line.

  5. Configuring NPPExec:

    • If you want to make this easier, you can save the command as an NPPExec command. After entering the command, click Save... and save it with a name like "Run Python Script".

  6. Keyboard Shortcuts: You can assign a keyboard shortcut to run your script for convenience by going to Settings > Shortcut Mapper.

While Notepad++ is not as feature-rich as dedicated IDEs like PyCharm or Visual Studio Code for Python development, it can still be a useful tool for writing and editing Python scripts, especially for smaller projects.