In this example, we will take a look at how to auto-save a file in Notepad++ using Plugin AutoSave,
- Open Notepad++,
- Go to Plugins -> Plugins Admin..,
- Now search AutoSave,
- Click on Install, Notepad++ will get restarted,
- You will able to see the plugin under: Plugins -> Auto Save -> Options
You can choose from the options,
Auto Save when:- Notepad++ loose focus,
- "At time intervals every x minutes"
You can also save the named and unnamed files.
Source: https://github.com/francostellari/NppPlugins
Author: Franco Stellari
Automatically save the currently open files based on a timer schedule and/or upon the application losing focus.
The plugin offers several options to save the current (or all the files), selecting only the named ones, accessible through an options dialog box.
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