Rich Text Editors
Rich text editors are software tools or components that allow users to create, edit, and format text with styling options like bold, italics, lists, and links in a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) interface. They are commonly embedded in web applications, content management systems, and productivity software to provide a user-friendly alternative to raw HTML editing. These editors often include features such as image uploads, tables, and real-time collaboration.
Developers should learn and use rich text editors when building applications that require user-generated content, such as blogs, forums, CMS platforms, or collaborative tools, to enhance usability and reduce the technical barrier for non-technical users. They are essential in scenarios where formatting flexibility is needed without exposing users to code, improving the overall user experience and productivity in content creation workflows.