Content Editor Feature

Overview

The Content Editor is a powerful, built-in markdown editor that allows you to create and edit articles directly within your help center. No need for external editors or complex setup - everything you need is right at your fingertips.

Content Editor Interface

Accessing the Editor

Navigate to /editor to access the content creation interface. The editor provides a comprehensive workflow for creating both individual articles and entire categories.

Key Features

📝 Rich Markdown Editor

Live markdown preview as you type
Syntax highlighting for better readability
Support for all standard markdown elements
Code blocks with language-specific highlighting

🏷️ Article Metadata Management

Title: Set your article's display title
Description: Add SEO-friendly descriptions
Category: Organize articles into logical groups
Tags: Add searchable tags for better discovery
Order: Control the display order within categories

📁 Category Management

Create new categories on-the-fly
Set category metadata (title, description, emoji, order)
Automatic category configuration file generation
Visual category organization

🎨 User-Friendly Interface

Clean, distraction-free writing environment
Responsive design works on all devices
Intuitive form controls and validation
Real-time preview updates

How to Use

Creating a New Article

Navigate to Editor: Go to /editor in your help center
Fill Article Details:
- Enter a descriptive title
- Add a brief description for SEO
- Select or create a category
- Add relevant tags
- Set display order (optional)
Write Content: Use the markdown editor to create your content
Preview: Check the live preview to see how it will look
Save/Export: Download the file or commit directly to GitHub

Creating a New Category

Enable Category Creation: Toggle "Create new category" option
Set Category Details:
- Category title and description
- Choose an emoji icon
- Set category display order
Create Article: Complete your first article in the new category
Generate Files: The system creates both _category.md and your article file

Markdown Support

The editor supports full markdown syntax including:

Text Formatting

Bold and italic text
~~Strikethrough~~
Inline code
Blockquotes

Lists and Structure

Numbered lists
Bulleted lists
Nested lists
Horizontal rules (---)

Code Blocks

// Syntax highlighting for multiple languages
function example() {
  console.log("Hello, world!");
}

Links and Images

External links
Internal navigation links
Image embedding support

Tables

Feature	Status	Notes
Markdown	✅ Live	Full support
Preview	✅ Live	Real-time
Export	✅ Live	Multiple formats

Export Options

📥 Download Files

Download individual article files
Download category configuration files
Get properly formatted frontmatter

🚀 GitHub Integration

Commit articles directly to your repository
Automatic file organization
Version control integration
Team collaboration support

Validation and Error Handling

The editor includes comprehensive validation:

Required Fields: Ensures all necessary metadata is present
Format Validation: Checks markdown syntax and structure
Category Validation: Prevents duplicate or invalid categories
Real-time Feedback: Immediate error highlighting and suggestions

Benefits

For Content Creators

🎯 Focused Writing: Distraction-free environment
👀 Live Preview: See results immediately
📋 Structured Input: Guided forms prevent errors
🔄 Flexible Workflow: Edit, preview, and publish seamlessly

For Site Administrators

🏗️ Consistent Structure: Enforced metadata standards
📊 Organized Content: Automatic categorization
🔧 Easy Management: Simple content organization
🚀 Quick Publishing: Streamlined content deployment

Tips and Best Practices

Writing Effective Content

Use clear, descriptive titles
Write concise but comprehensive descriptions
Organize content with proper headings
Include relevant examples and code snippets

Category Organization

Keep categories focused and specific
Use descriptive category names
Set logical order values for better navigation
Add appropriate emojis for visual appeal

SEO Optimization

Write descriptive meta descriptions
Use relevant tags for searchability
Structure content with proper headings
Include internal links where appropriate

Keyboard Shortcuts

Ctrl/Cmd + B - Bold text
Ctrl/Cmd + I - Italic text
Ctrl/Cmd + K - Insert link
Tab - Indent (in lists)
Shift + Tab - Outdent (in lists)

Future Enhancements

The content editor is continuously being improved with planned features:

🖼️ Image Upload: Direct image hosting and embedding
📎 File Attachments: Support for downloadable resources
🔍 Advanced Search: Content search within the editor
👥 Collaborative Editing: Real-time multi-user editing
📱 Mobile Optimization: Enhanced mobile editing experience

The Content Editor transforms content creation from a technical task into an intuitive, enjoyable experience. Whether you're creating a single article or building an entire knowledge base, the editor provides all the tools you need in one integrated interface.

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