Notepad.exe, a code editor for macOS, was launched this week by its developer, offering a fast, minimal interface for writing and running code in Swift, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript and Go. The Indie App Spotlight series by 9to5Mac highlights emerging applications for developers. Typically, developers must create a project before writing, but Notepad.exe lets users start with a blank file and configure the project later. The app features a native‑style UI reminiscent of Xcode without the additional tools, and includes a notes library for organizing files. An agentic coding assistant integrates with Codex or local models to help troubleshoot code, and a simulator can be accessed directly within the editor for iOS SwiftUI development. The core version is free and does not require an account, while a Pro subscription costs $19.99 per year or a $45 perpetual license for all updates in version 1.x. The app can be downloaded from the developer’s website. Developers can evaluate the free version to see if the streamlined workflow meets their needs, though broader adoption of the tool across the macOS development community remains to be observed.