Linux · Developer Tools
SciTE
A SCIntilla based Text Editor
by Neil Hodgson
Official site: flathub.org
About SciTE
SciTE is a SCIntilla based Text Editor. Originally built to demonstrate Scintilla, it has grown to be a generally useful editor with facilities for building and running programs.
SciTE includes the following features:
Syntax highlighting
Run code in Terminal, C, C++, vala, go
Code completion
Code folding
Many supported filetypes like C, Java, PHP, HTML, Python, Perl, Pascal
Exporting file to HTML, RTF, PDF, LATEX, XML
How to install SciTE
- 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 org.scintilla.SciTE
- Open SciTE once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is SciTE free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where SciTE is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install SciTE from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub org.scintilla.SciTE. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is SciTE safe?
SciTE downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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