How to make Notepad++ open file browser in current folder?

Question

I set Notepad++ to be called from command-line. I would like it to open file browser in current folder from which it was called so that I could work with files in that folder. Is there any way to do this; any suggestions, ideas how to go about it? Textmate has this feature, which is very convenient.

[edit] To clarify, I was looking to get this from explorer plugin that open on the side. I don't see any option in the config. Maybe it can't be done, I was hoping someone might know more. [/edit]

Thanks in advance for your input.

Answer 1

I just checked my installation of Notepad++. When I invoke it via the command-line I am able to have it open the current folder for file saves/opens. How are you invoking Notepad++ from the command-line? What I have done is, append C:\Program Files\Notepad++ to the PATH variable.

Answer 2

I also tried to have the explorer plugin follow current dir. But this option does not seem to be available. I think the closest you can get is through a combination of key shortcut. What I suggest is:

Initial Configuration

1. Map the "Current Dir. Path to Clipboard" to a combination of your choice say: Ctrl+Shift+Spacebar
2. Do a similar binding for the Explorer plugin command "Go to Path...": Ctrl+Shift+P

Usage scenario:

1. Ctrl+Shift+Spacebar
2. Ctrl+Shift+P
3. Paste (using ubiquitous Ctrl-V)
4. Enter.

This can be done fairly fast, when you need it.

Hope this helps.

Answer 3

I thought it already does this?

I opened cmd, navigated to Desktop, ran "C:\Program Files\Notepad++\notepad++.exe", and the defaulted folder was 'Desktop'. I've changed the current commandprompt dir and then called notepad++ again, and it changes with the directory change.

Answer 4

I was just facing the same problem and was unsatisfied with the solution above. This link shows the better way, imho. http://leesongj.com/?p=8