Gedit

Gedit software icon
  • Developer GNOME
  • Platforms Desktop
  • Operating Systems Linux
  • Supported formats 186
  • Rating
    4.6 (38 votes)

Gedit covers 186 file extensions, making it easy to open, edit, and convert files to different formats. The table contains information on the program’s features and the extensions it can work with.

Gedit offers full support for multiple extensions, enabling efficient daily file management. You can open and view files in TXT, CSV, XML, and many other formats easily.

Gedit allows converting files from one format to another, simplifying file sharing.

Visit the official GNOME developer website to get the latest version of Gedit.

Gedit developer’s website

Gedit file types

Troubleshoot Gedit

What are the possible causes of Gedit crashing?

Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind Gedit crash. Keep your developer products up to date by installing the latest updates.

Restarting your computer is a crucial troubleshooting measure that can alleviate numerous common problems. Therefore, it is advisable to restart your computer before modifying any settings related to the software.

How to set Gedit as the default program to open files?

Changing Default Programs in Windows

  1. To get started, right-click your file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
  2. Choose Gedit from the available applications listed in the pop-up window to set it as the default application to open your file;
  3. Be sure to check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to confirm your selection.

Set default app to open files on Mac

  1. Right click or use Control + left click on the desired file to launch the file options menu;
  2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
  3. At the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, where "Recommended Programs" is already selected by default;
  4. Within this menu, select "All Programs" and then search for Gedit. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

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