By default, Notepad opens a new tab when you open a second or multiple TXT files in Windows 11. However, if you always want to open Notepad files in a new window or multiple .txt files in separate windows, here is how you can do that. This option is included in the newest version of Notepad, and you may not find the same in any other older edition, so make sure your Notepad is up-to-date.
You might want to open two files in two separate windows to compare them. Also, if you want to edit two files simultaneously, you need to open them separately. That is why you can change Notepad Settings to get the job done.
How to always open Notepad files in new window
To make Notepad files always open in a new or separate window in Windows 11, follow these steps:
- Open Notepad on your computer.
- Click on the Settings gear icon.
- Find the Opening files option.
- Choose the Open in a new window option.
To know more about these steps, keep reading.
First, you need to open Notepad on your computer and click on the settings gear icon. For your information, this icon is visible in the top-right corner of your Notepad window.
Next, head to the Opening files option and expand the respective drop-down menu.
Choose the Open in a new window option from the given list.
Once done, you can choose multiple .txt files and open them. All of them will be opened in a separate window.
If you cannot find this option even in Windows 11, you must update the Notepad app. For that, open the Microsoft Store and search for notepad. Click on the individual search result and click on the Update button.
I hope this guide helped you.
Read: How to enable and use Word Wrap in Notepad
Can we open 2 Notepad windows at a time?
To open two Notepad windows at a time, you have two options. First, you need to choose two files and open them simultaneously. However, this option works only when the Open in a new window option is selected in the Settings panel. Second, you can open a blank Notepad window by choosing the File > New window option. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut called Ctrl+Shift+N.
Read: How to count words in Notepad
How do I open multiple tabs in Notepad?
To open multiple tabs in Notepad, you must open a Notepad window first. Then, look for the plus sign in the title bar. Generally, it is visible next to the file name in the title bar. However, you can also use the keyboard shortcut. For that, you need to press Ctrl+N.
