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Lite XL

by Lite XL Teamv2.1.8

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A lightweight text editor written in Lua, adapted from lite.

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Install with winget

$ winget install --id LiteXLTeam.LiteXL --exact --version 2.1.8

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

Silent install command for Lite XL

Lite XL uses EXE (Inno Setup). The silent install switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.

One-line silent install (x64, user scope)
LiteXL-v2.1.8-x86_64-setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /CURRENTUSER

See the full silent install reference for Lite XL →

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Installers · v2.1.8

ArchitectureTypeScopeInstallDownload
x64EXE
Inno Setup
userDirect
x64EXE
Inno Setup
machineDirect

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

2 known CVEs via NVD

  • high7.3Fix availableCVE-2025-12121affects <=2.1.8Nov 20, 2025

    Lite XL versions 2.1.8 and prior contain a vulnerability in the system.exec function, which allowed arbitrary command execution through unsanitized shell command construction. This function was used in project directory launching (core.lua), drag-and-drop file handling (rootview...

    Patch
  • high7.3Fix availableCVE-2025-12120affects <=2.1.8Nov 20, 2025

    Lite XL versions 2.1.8 and prior automatically execute the .lite_project.lua file when opening a project directory, without prompting the user for confirmation. The .lite_project.lua file is intended for project-specific configuration but can contain executable Lua logic. This b...

    Patch
Source: NVD, updated 3h ago. Patch status is best-effort: NVD's fix version is compared against the latest version in winget, but the two version formats don't always align. Confirm with the vendor advisory before treating any specific build as safe.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install Lite XL on Windows?
Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id LiteXLTeam.LiteXL --exact --version 2.1.8. winget downloads the installer from Lite XL Team and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.
How do I install Lite XL silently for unattended deployment?
Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id LiteXLTeam.LiteXL --exact 2.1.8 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.
What are the silent install switches for Lite XL?
Lite XL uses EXE (Inno Setup). Run the downloaded installer with: LiteXL-v2.1.8-x86_64-setup.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /CURRENTUSER. The silent switches are /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART.
How do I uninstall Lite XL via winget?
Run: winget uninstall --id LiteXLTeam.LiteXL --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from Lite XL's Apps & Features entry.
Is Lite XL free?
Lite XL is distributed under MIT. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/lite-xl/lite-xl) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.
Does Lite XL work on Windows 10?
Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls Lite XL directly from the publisher.
How do I keep Lite XL up to date?
Run winget upgrade --id LiteXLTeam.LiteXL --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 4 versions of Lite XL from microsoft/winget-pkgs.

Recent versions

  • 2.1.8latest
  • 2.1.7
  • 2.1.6
  • 2.1.1