How to Sort Tabs in Notepad++ by File Extension

When working with multiple tabs open in Notepad++, it can be frustrating to navigate through a long list of tabs. However, Notepad++ has a built-in feature that allows you to sort your tabs by file name, path, or extension. In this article, we will show you how to do just that.

To access the tab sorting feature, first make sure you are in the Notepad++ window and have multiple tabs open. Then, press and hold down on Ctrl and then press Tab to bring up the tabs list. This will give you a full list of all your opened tabs without needing to scroll through them.

Once you have the tabs list open, select 'Window' from the top menu and then click on 'Windows.' In the Windows window options, click on the 'Name' column to sort in either ascending or descending order. Then, click on the 'Sort tabs' option and OK when complete.

This will instantly sort your tabs by file name, making it much easier to navigate through them. You can also sort your tabs by path or extension if needed.

Additionally, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Tab to toggle between tabs in the list. Pressing Ctrl + Tab multiple times will bring up each tab in the list, allowing you to quickly access the one you need.

If you need to move a specific tab to a different location, simply click and hold on the tab and then drag it to its new position.

In conclusion, Notepad++ has a built-in feature that allows you to sort your tabs by file name, path, or extension. This can greatly improve your productivity when working with multiple files open at once. By following these simple steps, you can easily get a full list of all your opened tabs and sort them as needed.

Notepad++ sort by file extension