Notepad++ is a popular source code editor. It’s rightfully so due to the support for a vast number of programming languages and ease of use. The software even supports third-party plugins for enhanced features.
In this article, we are going to take a look at one such plugin — NppExport. It allows users to copy code/text with Syntax Highlighting in Notepad++. In other words, it allows the user to copy the text with color.
Install NppExport Plugin in Notepad++
Since Version 7.8.6
NppExport plugin is bundled with Notepad++ installer. So, we can install NppExport alongside Notepad++.
From Notepad++ Installer
To install NppExport, run the Notepad++ installer. Follow the installer till you see Choose Components
window.
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As you can see, the NppExport plugin is already selected. Just hit next and complete the installation.
From Plugins Admin in Notepad++
If you already have Notepad++ installed and wish to install NppExport. It is as equally easy as above method.
Run Notepad++ and go to Plugins menu in Notepad++ toolbar. Select the Plugins Admin option from the list.
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A new window will open known as Plugins admin. Use the search text-box and type NppExport
and hit enter. Select the checkbox of NppExport and then press Install.
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How to Copy Code/Text with Color using NppExport
To copy the code/text with Syntax highlighting open a compatible file in Notepad++. Then, select the text you want to copy and right-click. Go to Plugins command then press Copy Text with Syntax Highlighting
to copy.
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You can now paste your colourful formatted text anywhere. Right from your Microsoft Word document to any other text editor which supports it.
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