# Customizing the rich text editor

> Source: https://docs.strapi.io/cms/admin-panel-customization/wysiwyg-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.

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This page covers customization of the **WYSIWYG markdown editor** used for `richtext` fields. For the **Blocks** field (the JSON-based rich text editor), see [Content Manager APIs: addRichTextBlocks](/cms/plugins-development/content-manager-apis#addrichtextblocks).
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Strapi's [admin panel](/cms/admin-panel-customization) 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 [Strapi](https://market.strapi.io/).
- You can create your own plugin to create and register a fully custom WYSIWYG field (see [custom fields documentation](/cms/features/custom-fields)).

:::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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