Notepad, but smarter.
A lightweight, performance-first desktop note-taking app built with Tauri V2, React, and TypeScript. Open source, by the Gegamo Team.
Features
Everything you need, nothing you don't
NoteX is designed to be fast, minimal, and powerful. No bloat, no distractions.
Native Feel
Minimalist UI that feels right at home on Windows.
Auto-Save
Never lose work -- saves every 2 seconds and on exit.
File Organization
Real file-system based folders in ~/Documents/NoteX.
Full-Text Search
Instantly search across all your notes.
Markdown Support
Preview mode with syntax-highlighted code blocks.
Embedded Media
Render local images directly in Markdown notes.
Fast Startup
Opens in under 500ms with minimal memory usage.
Configurable
Customizable autosave interval and preferences.
Modern UI
Clean, distraction-free writing experience.
Download
Get NoteX for Windows
Download the latest release and start taking smarter notes today. Free, open source, and always will be.
Windows 10/11 (x64) required. View all release assets
Shortcuts
Keyboard-first workflow
NoteX is built for speed. Navigate and create with familiar keyboard shortcuts.
Tech Stack
Built with modern tools
A lightweight architecture designed for performance and reliability.
Backend
Rust + Tauri V2
Frontend
React 19 + TypeScript
Bundler
Vite
Styling
Vanilla CSS
Icons
Lucide React
Markdown
markdown-it + highlight.js
Future Improvements
Where NoteX is headed
NoteX is just getting started. The current release is a solid base for everyday use, and the Gegamo Team has big plans ahead.
All of this is coming soon in newer versions. Once online features are added, some source code will be limited for privacy, but NoteX will always stay open source.
Quick Wins & Essentials
Polishing core editing and usability features.
Auto-Save Improvements
Configurable auto-save intervals with visual indicators.
Settings Panel Redesign
Better categories, search, and an improved UI.
App Shortcut
Global shortcut to open NoteX instantly from anywhere.
UX & System Polish
Refining the experience to feel native and professional.
Executable & Path Renaming
Add the app to Windows System PATH automatically.
Modular Settings Window
Standalone settings window with proper scaling.
Native Context Menu
Custom native-looking right-click menus.
Accounts & Infrastructure
Building the backbone for syncing, collaboration, and multi-platform.
Auth & Sync
Authentication and real-time syncing across devices.
Note Sharing
Share notes via unique links or user permissions.
Cross-Platform
Expand to Linux and macOS with consistent UI.
AI Implementation
Leveraging Gemini 2.5 Flash for smart note-taking.
Gemini Integration
Connect Gemini 2.5 Flash directly into NoteX.
AI Search
Semantic and natural language search across notes.
Summarization
Condense notes, change tone, and auto-tag with AI.
Open Source & Launch
Preparing for public release and community growth.
Codebase Audit
Clean up code and standardize folder structure.
Documentation
Professional docs, guides, and contribution workflows.
Marketing
Showcase videos and developer community outreach.
Contribute
Help shape the future of NoteX
NoteX is open source and contributions are always welcome. Here is how you can get involved.
Fork the repository
Start by forking the NotepadPro repo to your account.
Create a feature branch
Branch off from main with a descriptive name.
git checkout -b feature/amazing-featureCommit your changes
Write clear, meaningful commit messages.
git commit -m 'Add amazing feature'Open a Pull Request
Push your branch and open a PR for review.