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How to Use the WriteDocs Editor

Welcome to WriteDocs! Our powerful editor makes creating beautiful documentation simple and intuitive.

Getting Started​

The WriteDocs editor is a rich text editor that lets you create content visually without needing to know code. Simply click where you want to write and start typing!

Basic Text Formatting​

Select any text to see the formatting bubble menu with options for:

  • Bold text (Ctrl+B)
  • Italic text (Ctrl+I)
  • Strikethrough text
  • Inline code formatting
  • Links to other pages or websites

The Slash Menu - Your Content Toolkit​

Type / anywhere to open the content menu with 25+ content types:

Advanced Content Blocks​

  • Code Blocks - Syntax highlighting for 18+ programming languages
  • Tables - Create and edit tables with drag-to-resize columns
  • Callouts - Highlight important information in 6 different styles
  • Accordions - Collapsible content sections
  • Tabs - Switch between different content areas
  • Steps - Create numbered instruction sequences
  • Cards - Visual content blocks with images and links

Media & Visual Content​

  • Images - Upload and insert images with sizing options
  • Videos - Embed videos and media content

Pro Tips​

  1. Start with structure - Use headings to outline your content first
  2. Use callouts for important information that needs to stand out
  3. Add code examples - Code blocks make technical content much clearer
  4. Break up long content - Use tabs or accordions for better organization
  5. Include visuals - Images and videos make documentation more engaging

The editor auto-saves your work and is designed to be intuitive - just start typing and explore!