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Also covers linux and svg · open source
Discover adds a Discord overlay to Linux, according to the repository description.
Alternatives
The Best Kate Editor Alternatives in 2026
3 alternatives1 free · 2 open source
Looking for something like Kate Editor? Here are 3 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 1 are free or have a free plan and 2 are open source.
About Kate Editorkate-editor.org
VisitKate is a text editor built with KDE Frameworks and Qt, with releases for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionDiscoverDiscover adds a Discord overlay to Linux, according to the…Free or freemium optionCurtailCurtail compresses PNG, JPEG, WebP, and SVG images…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discover | — | Yes | Linux |
| 2 | Curtail | Free | Yes | Linux |
| 3 | Luakit | — | Not stated | Linux, Web, Windows |
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Also covers linux and svg · open source · free
Curtail compresses PNG, JPEG, WebP, and SVG images, according to its repository description.
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Luakit
luakit.github.ioAlso covers linux · same kind of website
Luakit provides a configurable web browser framework built on WebKit and GTK.
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Alternatives to similar tools
What is the best alternative to Kate Editor?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Kate Editor are Discover, Curtail, and Luakit.
Is there a free alternative to Kate Editor?
Yes. Curtail is free or offer a free plan.
Are there open-source alternatives to Kate Editor?
Yes: Discover and Curtail.
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