Note: Ubuntu does not include a built-in application named “Notepad”. Users typically rely on third-party text editors like Notepadqq (a Notepad+±like editor) or gedit (the default GNOME text editor). Below are customization instructions for the most commonly used alternatives.
Notepadqq is a popular choice for users seeking a Windows-like Notepad experience on Ubuntu. It supports syntax highlighting, theme customization, and font adjustments.
Open a terminal and run the following command to install Notepadqq:
sudo apt install notepadqq
Launch the editor from the application menu or by typing notepadqq
in the terminal.
Accessing Preferences:
Click the top menu bar (Settings > Preferences) or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + ,
to open the settings window.
Changing Fonts & Colors:
In the Preferences window, navigate to Appearance > Font & Colors. Here, you can:
Saving Changes:
Click Apply or OK to save your settings. The changes will take effect immediately.
gedit is the default text editor for Ubuntu’s GNOME desktop environment. It offers basic customization options for fonts, colors, and interface layout.
Accessing Preferences:
Open gedit, click the menu button (three horizontal lines in the top-right corner), and select Preferences.
Changing Fonts:
In the Preferences window, go to the Font & Colors tab. Use the “Font” dropdown to select a new font (e.g., Monospace, Ubuntu Mono) or adjust the font size using the slider.
Adjusting Interface Layout:
To hide or show UI elements (e.g., toolbar, status bar), toggle the corresponding checkboxes in the View menu (e.g., View > Toolbar).
Saving Changes:
Close the Preferences window to apply changes. gedit will retain your settings for future sessions.
For users who prefer manual tweaks, some editors allow direct modification of configuration files.
Notepadqq stores user settings in the ~/.config/notepadqq/notepadqq.ini
file. To customize:
nano
):nano ~/.config/notepadqq/notepadqq.ini
font-family
(e.g., Monospace
), font-size
(e.g., 12
), or theme
(e.g., Dark
).Ctrl + O
, then Enter
) and exit (Ctrl + X
). Restart Notepadqq to apply changes.By following these steps, you can tailor your Ubuntu text editor to suit your preferences, whether you’re using Notepadqq for a Notepad+±like experience or gedit for a lightweight, integrated solution.