#CS2 Text Editor ReadME

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Overview

This Text Editor is a simple and easy-to-use text editor designed for beginner programmers. This project is a java based text editor application that allows users to create, and edit text and java files. It also allows users to run java code.

The goal of this program was to provide an easy to use, non-complicated text editor to allows users to learn code without the unnecessary complications with most other IDE's.

This program is focused on offering helpful features such as search and replace, syntax highlight, code execution, and more.

Features

Beginner-Friendly

• Simple and clean interface
• Easy-to-use buttons for all actions
• No setup required to compile and run code

File Management

• Create new files
• Open existing .txt and .java files
• Save files with overwrite protection

Text Editing

• Edit text in the editor
• Undo and redo changes
• Clear text quickly

Search Tools

• Search for words or phrases
• Highlight matches
• Search and replace text easily

Java Support

• Compile Java code directly in the editor
• Run programs in a dedicated console
• View output and error messages clearly

Learning Support

• Highlights errors to help debugging
• Keeps text editor and compiler in one place (no switching programs)

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Compile Code

The editor allows users to compile Java programs directly within the application.

To compile code:

1. Write or open a .java file in the editor
2. Click the Compile Code button
3. The editor will attempt to compile the program

• If successful, the program is ready to run
• If errors occur, they will be displayed in the editor

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Run Code

After compiling, the program can be executed within the editor.

To run code:

1. Ensure the program has been successfully compiled
2. Click the Run Code button
3. The output will be displayed in the console area
4. If the program has not been compiled, the editor will prompt the user to compile first.

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License

MIT