Using Quill to Build a WYSIWYG HTML Editor [Step-by-Step Tutorial]

Andres Canal

Senior Full-stack Mobile Developer

Originally published on Mar 30, 2020Last updated on Jan 8, 2023

Key Takeaways

What is Quill.js used for?

Quill.js is a JavaScript library that provides developers with a powerful, easy-to-use tool for building rich text editors on the web.

What is a WYSIWYG editor?

WYSIWYG, an acronym for What You See Is What You Get, is a system in which editing software allows content to be edited in a form that resembles its final appearance.

What is Quill in React?

Quill.js is a JavaScript library that provides developers with a powerful, easy-to-use tool for building rich text editors on the web. With Quill, you can easily format text, add images and videos, and create custom, interactive content. By using it along with React, developers can build multi-state sites that require frequent updates with ease.

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