fast, tiny and powerful Windows notepad replacement
Publisher’s description
What is Metapad?
Metapad by alexd is open-source Windows software.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides Portable installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 111 KB. It runs without installation (portable).
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Portable: runs without installation
- Small download (111 KB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- No update for more than a year
In short: Metapad is an open-source Windows tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down.
Is Metapad safe to download?
- The file is served by liquidninja.com; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
B350E854EAB7ECD2D6F0510EB4BD03EA3A2EB1FF854C226247A4ACDA1BF36B51· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6Latest | May 27, 2025 | 111 KB | 32-bit ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id alexd.Metapad -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
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Frequently asked questions
Is Metapad free?
Yes. Metapad is open-source software under the GPL 3.0 licence.
Is Metapad safe to download?
The download comes from liquidninja.com; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Metapad with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does Metapad run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Can I use Metapad without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.