About Janus
Janus is a simple, native linux text editor. Supports UTF-8 and binary data through its fallback binary editing mode. Spiritual successor to leafpad. Intended to be as small and efficient as possible, trading features for a smaller impact on cpu.
Features include:
Undo/redo
Similar keybinds to other text editors (e.g. leafpad)
Spanish/French/German Translations
Printing capabilities
Optional syntax highlighting
Fallback binary editing
GVFS connectivity
How to install Janus
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub dev.pantheum.janus
- Open Janus once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Janus free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Janus is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Janus from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub dev.pantheum.janus. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Janus safe?
Janus downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
