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Integrate CkEditor with Strapi

Integrating CkEditor with Strapi will enhance your CMS editing capacities. Here's how to do it.

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    Introduction to CKEditor

    CKEditor is a rich text editor that enhances content editing with features like a WYSIWYG interface, formatting tools, and media embedding. It enables easy text writing and formatting for clean HTML output.

    Why Use Strapi with CKEditor

    Integrating CKEditor with Strapi combines the flexibility of a headless CMS with an advanced rich text editor, improving the content editing experience while maintaining robust features for developers. With the advantages of headless CMS over traditional systems, this integration provides a modern and efficient solution for content management.

    Enhanced Content Editing Capabilities

    CKEditor surpasses basic editors with its rich text editing features. Its intuitive WYSIWYG interface allows you to format text, embed media, and structure content effectively within Strapi.

    Advanced Formatting and Media Handling

    CKEditor offers improved control over content structure with headings, lists, and alignment. Its enhanced media handling allows easy embedding of images and videos, integrating smoothly with Strapi's media library.

    Customization and Flexibility

    CKEditor's customizable features enable tailoring the editor to specific needs. Adjust the toolbar, plugins, and styling to create a personalized editing environment within Strapi that suits your workflow. This level of customization is one of the reasons to use a headless CMS, as it allows developers to build tailored solutions that meet specific project requirements. For those interested in extending functionality, Strapi plugin development provides opportunities to create custom plugins using TypeScript, demonstrating the potential of customizing Strapi to meet unique requirements.

    Improved Content Creation Workflow

    Combining Strapi and CKEditor streamlines content creation, helping to boost productivity with Strapi. The semantic HTML output benefits developers, while content creators enjoy increased productivity with advanced features directly in the CMS. Leveraging productivity with Strapi plugins like CKEditor enhances the overall efficiency of your content creation workflow. By integrating tools and utilizing plugins, you can also automate Strapi workflow, taking your content creation process to the next level.

    Key Features of CKEditor

    CKEditor improves content creation in Strapi with a range of features:

    Rich Text Editing

    CKEditor offers advanced formatting options. It allows control over headings, lists, alignment, and text styling like bold, italic, and underline. These features provide greater control over content appearance and structure.

    Media Integration

    With Strapi's Media Library integration, you can easily insert images and videos into your content. The StrapiMediaLib button in the toolbar allows access and embedding of media assets without leaving the editor.

    Customizable Toolbar and Editor

    CKEditor allows customization of the toolbar by arranging relevant items for content creators. There are predefined presets—Light, Standard, and Rich—or you can configure your own set of features.

    Source Editing

    For advanced users, CKEditor offers an option to view and edit the HTML source code, which is useful for precise adjustments or adding custom code snippets.

    Dark Mode Support

    CKEditor supports dark mode, improving user experience for those who prefer a darker interface, especially in low-light environments.

    Language Support

    The editor supports multiple languages, adapting to the language settings of individual users to ensure content creators can work in their preferred language.

    Maximum Length Validation

    You can set custom maximum length validations for fields, helping maintain content length standards. Visual indicators notify users when they approach or exceed the limit.

    Best Practices of Integrating CKEditor With Strapi

    Integrating CKEditor with Strapi improves content editing capabilities. Here are best practices for smooth integration:

    Install the Official CKEditor Plugin

    Use the official CKEditor 5 plugin for Strapi, installing it via npm or yarn:

    1npm install @ckeditor/strapi-plugin-ckeditor

    # or

    1yarn add @ckeditor/strapi-plugin-ckeditor

    Configure Content Security Policy

    Adjust your Strapi project's content security policy to ensure CKEditor assets are properly integrated. Consult the Strapi security checklist to address all security considerations when working with CKEditor.

    Rebuild the Project After Installation

    Rebuild your project to include the new plugin using the appropriate commands for your package manager.

    Choose the Right CKEditor Preset

    CKEditor offers different presets in Strapi:

    • Light: Basic features for simple content.
    • Standard: A balance of functionality for most needs.
    • Rich: Advanced features for complex content.

    Select the preset that best fits your content requirements.

    Customize CKEditor as Needed

    If presets don't meet your needs, create a custom CKEditor build:

    1. Use the CKEditor 5 Online Builder to include desired plugins.
    2. Download and integrate the custom build into your Strapi project.
    3. Replace the default editor by importing your custom build in the appropriate component.

    Ensure Compatibility with Strapi Versions

    Ensure the CKEditor plugin version matches your Strapi version:

    • For Strapi 5.0.0 and above, use CKEditor plugin version 1.x.x.
    • For Strapi 4.4 to below 5.0.0, use CKEditor plugin version 0.x.x.

    Use Strapi's Media Library

    Utilize Strapi's media library within CKEditor to insert images directly, maintaining consistency and simplifying content creation.

    Be Mindful of Performance

    CKEditor's many features may affect load times. Select necessary plugins and features to keep the editor efficient.

    Provide User Training

    Introduce the new editor to your content team, offering guidance on using advanced features to improve productivity.

    Test Content Rendering on the Frontend

    Ensure your frontend properly renders content created with CKEditor. Adjust frontend code as necessary to handle the editor's output.

    Getting Started With CKEditor

    Integrating CKEditor into your Strapi project improves content editing with a powerful rich text editor. Follow these steps to add CKEditor to your application.

    Installing the CKEditor Plugin

    To change the WYSIWYG in Strapi, you can integrate the CKEditor 5 plugin into your Strapi project.

    Configuring the Plugin

    Adjust the Content Security Policy to load scripts from the CDN by adding the 'script-src' directive in the appropriate configuration file. Consult the relevant documentation or codebase for precise guidance on this adjustment.

    Rebuilding and Starting the Server

    Rebuild your project to include the new plugin:

    # Using npm

    1npm build
2
3npm develop

    # Using yarn

    1yarn build
2
3yarn develop

    Using CKEditor in Content Types

    With the plugin installed, add CKEditor fields to your content types:

    1. In the Strapi admin panel, navigate to the Content-Types Builder.
    2. Edit an existing content type or create a new one.
    3. Add a new field and select CKEditor as the field type.
    4. Choose a preset that fits your needs:
      • Light: Basic functionality for simple content.
      • Standard: Common features for most use cases.
      • Rich: Advanced options for complex content.

    Save your changes, and the CKEditor field will be available when creating or editing content entries.

    Customizing CKEditor (Optional)

    CKEditor allows extensive customization:

    • Toolbar Configuration: Modify the toolbar to include only necessary tools.
    • Editor Configuration: Adjust settings like font sizes and colors.
    • Plugins: Add or remove plugins to extend functionality.

    To customize, update plugin settings in config/plugins.js:

    1  ckeditor: {
2
3    enabled: true,
4
5    config: {
6
7      editor: {
8
9        toolbar: {
10
11          items: \[
12
13            'paragraph', 'heading1', 'heading2', '|',
14
15            'bold', 'italic', 'underline', 'link', '|',
16
17            'bulletedList', 'numberedList', '|',
18
19            'insertTable', 'blockQuote', 'mediaEmbed', '|',
20
21            'undo', 'redo'
22
23          \],
24
25        },
26
27        // Additional configuration options
28
29      },
30
31    },
32
33  },
34
35});

    After making changes, check if a rebuild is necessary for the new settings to take effect.

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