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SciTE

by Neil Hodgson · Windows

★★★★★★★★★★4.3•58K downloadsOpen source

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About SciTE

A lightweight, fast source code editor from the Scintilla project.

Built for Windows, SciTE brings solid developer features together in a clean, no-nonsense package. You get fast and tiny and syntax highlighting out of the box, with no bloat and no sign-up.

Grab the newest SciTE build for Windows here in one click, with no ads and no registration.

Key features

  • ✓Fast and tiny
  • ✓Syntax highlighting
  • ✓Scriptable
  • ✓Portable

Requirements

Windows 10 / 11, 64-bit

SciTE — frequently asked questions

Is SciTE free to download?+

Yes. SciTE is free and open source, so you can use it at no cost.

Is SciTE safe to download?+

Yes. HivApps links to the latest SciTE build and keeps listings clean, with no bundled extras. As always, keep your antivirus on and only install software you trust.

What is the latest version of SciTE?+

The latest version listed here is SciTE 5.5, updated Aug 25, 2026.

What do I need to run SciTE?+

Windows 10 / 11, 64-bit

How do I install SciTE on Windows?+

Click the Download button on this page, run the installer once it finishes downloading, and follow the on-screen setup steps.

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