Drag And Drop Editor
A drag and drop editor is a graphical user interface tool that allows users to build applications, websites, or content by visually dragging and dropping pre-built components, such as buttons, forms, or images, onto a canvas, without writing code. It typically provides a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) environment, enabling rapid prototyping and development for non-technical users or developers seeking to accelerate UI creation. These editors are commonly used in web development, mobile app builders, and content management systems to simplify the design process.
Developers should learn or use drag and drop editors when building prototypes, MVPs (Minimum Viable Products), or simple applications quickly, as they reduce development time and allow for easy iteration on user interfaces. They are particularly useful in low-code or no-code platforms, enabling collaboration with designers or stakeholders who lack programming skills, and for creating internal tools, landing pages, or basic web apps where custom coding is not necessary. However, they may be less suitable for complex, performance-critical applications that require fine-grained control over code.