Program for word processing with context menu in a new folder?
Program for word processing with context menu in a new folder?
I am looking for an alternative to office and libre office that lets you open a new document from the context menu in a folder, similar to what these programs offer. This would let you create documents directly within folders without needing to launch the program and save files manually. I also need a program with this feature. There are few good options available that include this capability in the context menu, which would be very useful. Right now I can only use office, libre and notepad because the rest require opening the application and creating new files, which is inconvenient.
It seems you're trying to grasp the specific conditions. In short, the idea is that when a folder with certain files like .txt appears, Notepad should automatically open for those files. Similarly, folders with .doc or .xls would launch Word or Excel. You might need to write a script or use code, but it could be complicated. A better approach could be setting up a simple template in the folder—like a file named TemplateNotepad.txt—and linking it so that clicking it brings Notepad to work with it.
Is this function the one you were seeking?
The only other option I considered was OnlyOffice, though I'm uncertain if they offer the identical feature.
I managed to make a document and adjust the name, allowing file creation without relying on the new context menu. I could have done it with a bit more hands-on effort, but your straightforward approach is appreciated. Thank you very much.
It might be useful to explore options beyond the OS, focusing on features that relate more to the operating system itself rather than individual applications. This could help you achieve a workflow that aligns better with your requirements.
The Windows OS doesn’t simplify the process of editing the list in the "new file" right-click menu. You often have to learn through the registry and figure out how file types connect to the new-file-menu. A file template is possible, but it must be saved in a system directory—feasible, though somewhat cumbersome.
To my understanding, all modifications impact every local user on that machine.
Certain Windows programs, such as MS Office, handle this in a particularly complex manner. Removing an item from the list requires deleting numerous scattered registry entries, which carries some risk.
In most Linux distributions, a different method is employed: each user has a subfolder named Templates inside their home directory. Anything placed there becomes accessible via the right-click menu under Create New Document in your file manager (available on some systems, not all).
Within this folder, you can store any documents without restrictions—multiple files of the same type are permitted. You can organize them into subfolders to create a structure that suits your needs. This approach is straightforward and has proven useful for me multiple times.
Disclaimer: I don’t anticipate OP will immediately switch to Linux or consider it the ultimate solution, but I occasionally share this perspective to alert readers who have never experienced other operating systems besides Windows about potential alternatives.