Work smoothly with large text files and source code. Multi-cursor editing, Diff, minimap, and LSP syntax checks are available in one focused editor.
Cuvel is a Japanese-made text editor and code editor for Windows and Linux. The currently published builds can be downloaded and used for free. It focuses on fast launch, smooth everyday editing, and practical tools for text and source code.
Windows is distributed as an MSI installer, and Linux is distributed as deb and AppImage packages.
Cuvel includes Diff, multi-cursor editing, minimap, snippets, search, replace, and optional LSP syntax checks.
macOS is planned for a future release. The currently published Windows and Linux builds are available for free, but paid editions or paid features may be offered in the future.
Cuvel includes practical tools for everyday text work and development editing, without getting in the way of normal typing.
Open quickly when you need it, then type, delete, search, and save with a light feel. Useful for logs and long source files.
Edit repeated lines at once and reduce repetitive typing while keeping your coding flow.
Creates clean files aligned with modern development standards and avoids BOM-related surprises.
Compare files with synchronized scrolling and understand changes without opening another tool.
Windows and Linux builds are available now. A macOS build is planned for the future.
Find text and review matching words while editing, replacing, or checking differences.
Adjust UI colors, line spacing, and character spacing to build a comfortable editor setup.
Navigate projects with a file tree and see the shape of long code through the minimap.
The app supports nine UI languages, and this site can select language from country or browser settings.
Register frequently used code or text and insert it quickly to reduce repeated input.
Convert tabs and spaces or adjust indent width to fit different project styles.
Add only the language tools you need and run syntax checks from the editor when necessary.
Use word suggestions and HTML-style closing tag assistance with Enter, Tab, and arrow key selection.
Automatically complete brackets and quotes, with settings that can be turned off when needed.
Open multiple files in tabs and keep unsaved changes easy to understand.
Cuvel is designed to keep normal typing, selection, search, and saving lightweight while adding tools that reduce repetitive editing.
Compare files directly in the editor. Synchronized scrolling helps you review changes without switching tools. For vibe coding and AI-assisted coding, you can check the diff the moment Cuvel becomes active, without selecting the file every time.
Register frequently used code or text and insert it quickly when needed. This is useful for repeated HTML, PHP, CSS, and template work.
Edit multiple locations at the same time. It helps with renaming, column-like edits, and repeated line changes.
Add only the language tools you need and run syntax checks when necessary. Cuvel keeps editing light while still helping you find code issues.
Move through long files and project folders with a clearer view of the whole document and file structure.
Use search, replace, and same-word highlighting to shorten the path from finding text to editing it.
These are the Cuvel 1.2.1 release files. Windows and Linux builds can be downloaded from this page.
Check the supported OS, package format, file name, size, and SHA256 before downloading.
| OS | Format | File name | Size | SHA256 | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 / 11 | MSI | Cuvel_1.2.1_x64_en-US.msi |
5.10 MB | 8639A9A98C8017487CAAE23AE7DDFE51140F6C209C23D50E1599647512736E41 |
2026-08-12 |
| Ubuntu 22.04+ | deb | Cuvel_1.2.1_amd64.deb |
6.49 MB | 6082F5480C72240E8724975D3C1EA9B9CD459BAB93D0FF6F7FFEC231EA0C4A35 |
2026-08-12 |
| Linux | AppImage | Cuvel_1.2.1_amd64.AppImage |
83.65 MB | 77A8BC277CAFBD4D7D5D760670B3E01DA775F4FC2C43AC94B5F2594B664C7F51 |
2026-08-12 |
Common questions before downloading Cuvel.
Cuvel is a Japanese-made text editor and code editor for Windows and Linux. The currently published builds are free and support text editing, code editing, Diff, multi-cursor editing, snippets, and optional LSP syntax checks.
The currently published Windows and Linux builds can be downloaded and used for free. Paid editions or paid features may be offered in the future.
Windows SmartScreen may warn about new apps or apps with limited reputation. Make sure the file was downloaded from the official Cuvel site.
Yes. Cuvel provides a deb package for Ubuntu 22.04 or later and an AppImage for standalone use.
Cuvel is not a large extension-centered IDE. It focuses on lightweight editing, Diff, snippets, multi-cursor work, and syntax checks when needed.
No. LSP is optional. You can use normal text editing and code editing without LSP.
Install the Windows or Linux build and check launch speed, multi-cursor editing, Diff, and LSP syntax checks in your own workflow.