In Windows 7, the old trusty WordPad has undergone a refit with Microsoft adding the Ribbon Bar. On it are new features that include the ability to:
- Change spacing and alignment
- Change Font, size and color
- Add subscript and superscript
- Add bulleted and numbered lists
You compare the older version of WordPad and the new version in Windows 7 the difference is amazing and the improvements outstanding.
Earlier WordPad
Windows 7 WordPad
For more information on the new WordPad, check out Andrew’s post on WordPad: A Closer Look at: Windows 7 Wordpad | Windows 7 News
Another Option for a Basic Word Processor
If you are looking for something a little different, consider Jarte. This is what Jarte’s website says about this different word processor:
Jarte is:
- “A free word processor based on the Microsoft WordPad word processing engine built into Windows.”
- “A fast starting, easy to use word processor that expands well beyond the WordPad feature set.”
- “A small, portable word processor whose documents are fully compatible with Word and WordPad.”
What is Jarte?
Jarte, a small, powerful word processor, has been around for a while. Its documents are fully compatible with Word and WordPad. As each new version develops more and more features are being added.
Jarte version 3.4 is now available. While it is a free download there is an upmarket version called Jarte Plus Upgrade available as well. According to the Jarte website it costs $19.00 US for a downloaded version.
System Requirements for Jarte
Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7. It will also work with older versions of Windows with the exception of Windows 95. Jarte works with 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Windows 7.
How do you get it?
Check out their website by clicking here: Jarte download page
You can install it directly using the installation file or you can install it as a zip file containing the Jarte program and associated files. The latter method is for those users who want to perform a manual installation.
Now you know where to get it, here are some screen shots. As I’ve only discovered Jarte recently I’m still checking it out. It appears to be very customizable.
Opening Screen
Toolbar Menu for Changing the View
Jarte in Classic View
