Change the default rich text editor#

Strapi's admin panel includes a built-in WYSIWYG markdown editor for richtext fields. You can replace it by installing third-party editor plugins from the Marketplace or creating a custom field for deeper integration.

Strapi's admin panel comes with a built-in rich text editor. To change the default editor, several options are at your disposal:

• You can install a third-party plugin, such as one for CKEditor, by visiting .
• You can create your own plugin to create and register a fully custom WYSIWYG field (see custom fields documentation).

:::tip Next steps
When evaluating editors, start with a plugin from the Marketplace for a quick trial, then consider a custom field if you need deeper integration (schema, validation, or custom toolbar behavior).
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