September 21, 2025 - Independent developer Marcin Krzyżanowski today announced the release of Notepad.exe 1.3, introducing intelligent AI coding assistance and app distribution capabilities while maintaining the app's signature privacy-first philosophy. This update brings powerful AI features and the ability to export fully functional macOS applications, transforming Notepad.exe from a code editor into a complete development companion.
"AI coding assistants are everywhere now, but most send your code to the cloud," says Krzyżanowski. "With version 1.3, we're bringing AI assistance directly to your Mac. Your code stays on your machine, your privacy stays intact, and you get intelligent help exactly when you need it."
The new Coding Intelligence feature integrates seamlessly into the Notepad.exe workflow, providing contextual assistance without interrupting the developer's flow. Whether explaining complex code, suggesting improvements, or helping write new functionality, the AI assistant works alongside developers as a helpful coding companion.
Version 1.3 introduces App Distribution, allowing developers to export fully functional macOS applications directly from Notepad.exe for the first time. This transforms quick prototypes and experiments into distributable applications that can run on any Mac.
"It's the first version of this feature, but it's already powerful enough to package your work into something you can run and share," explains Krzyżanowski. "You can go from idea to running application without ever leaving Notepad.exe."
Notepad.exe 1.3 introduces comprehensive new capabilities:
"This release marks a shift," says Krzyżanowski. "Notepad.exe is starting to feel less like just an editor and more like a coding companion - one that can now even build apps for you."
The combination of AI assistance and app distribution creates powerful new workflows. Developers can quickly prototype features, use AI to refine and understand the code, then export the result as a standalone application - all within the same lightweight environment that made Notepad.exe popular.
Unlike cloud-based AI coding assistants, Notepad.exe's Coding Intelligence runs entirely on-device using Apple's machine learning frameworks. This approach ensures:
Beyond the headline features, version 1.3 includes extensive improvements to the core experience:
Notepad.exe 1.3 is available immediately as a free update for all existing users. New users can purchase at notepadexe.com with pricing starting at $24.99/year subscription or $99 for a lifetime license. Academic discounts are available for students and educators.
System requirements: macOS 15.0 (Sequoia) or later.
"We're focused on making the AI assistant even more helpful while maintaining our zero-configuration philosophy," says Krzyżanowski. "The goal is to augment developers' abilities without getting in their way - exactly like Notepad.exe has always done."
Launched in May 2025, Notepad.exe has gained rapid adoption among developers who appreciate its unique approach to code editing. By eliminating setup friction and treating code like notes, it fills the gap between heavy IDEs and simple text editors. With support for Swift, Python, iOS development, AI-powered assistance, and now app distribution, Notepad.exe continues to evolve as the developer's playground of choice.
Marcin Krzyżanowski
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High-resolution product images, screenshots featuring the new AI assistant and app distribution features, logos, and additional information are available on our press page at notepadexe.com/press.
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