Gedit is a text-editor application developed for the GNOME desktop environment and compatible with Linux, Windows, and macOS operating systems. It is a lightweight, open-source program used to create and edit text files, HTML and other programming language codes, and configuration files. Gedit is relatively easy to use, with a simple graphical user interface featuring a tabbed layout for easily switching between multiple documents. It includes a variety of tools and features such as syntax highlighting and line numbering, automatic indentation and auto-completion, and a customizable user interface. Additionally, Gedit is extensible through the use of plugins, allowing users to customize their Gedit experience and extend its capabilities.
Both are text editors and can be used for scripting.