: Follow the on-screen prompts. Ensure "Plugins Admin" is checked during the "Choose Components" step to simplify future installations.
: Open Notepad++ once the installation finishes. Method 1: Download the Compare Plugin via Plugins Admin download notepad++ with compare plugin
: Select the latest stable version (e.g., v8.7.5) for your system architecture (x64 for most modern Windows 10/11 PCs).
The easiest way to get the plugin is through the application's internal manager. : Follow the on-screen prompts
Before adding plugins, ensure you have the core application installed from the Official Notepad++ Website.