HTMLPad 2007 Pro

Document editing means different things to different people. Some just want to be able to edit text, while others want to create and share documents on the web. Whatever your preference, you don't have to destitute yourself in the name of lining Bill Gates' pockets or install the bloater that is OpenOffice. We've been looking at the best alternatives available.

HTMLPad 2007 Pro is aimed first and foremost at the web developer looking for a quick, clean, yet powerful text-based HTML editing environment. As a text editor, it's no big deal, but the integrated tools for validating and tidying HTML code, the CSS editor that can cope with complex style sheets, and an instant preview feature are more than fit for purpose. Throw in code auto-completion for both HTML and CSS, XHTML and JavaScript editing, HTML validation plus Vista support, and it becomes a great niche tool.

Author: Davey Winder