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Description

The Editing team's VisualEditor initiative strives to develop a dependable rich-text editor for MediaWiki. This editor, which can be utilized as a MediaWiki extension with the assistance of the Parsoid project for HTML+RDFa, is designed in such a way that its core functionality can operate independently of MediaWiki, Parsoid, or Node.js. Since 2020, VisualEditor has been accessible to all users on MediaWiki.org and is also available on nearly all versions of Wikipedia and Wikivoyage. For many other Wikimedia projects and languages, it functions as an optional Beta Feature for logged-in users. Although VisualEditor is accessible in certain namespaces, such as the main namespace, it is typically not available in discussion or template namespaces. The issue of declining new contributor growth is perceived as one of the most significant challenges confronting the Wikimedia movement. To address this, VisualEditor was developed to eliminate unnecessary technical barriers related to Wikimedia's editing interface, which is seen as essential for boosting the number of contributors to Wikimedia projects. By simplifying the editing process, the project aims not only to enhance user experience but also to foster a more inviting environment for potential contributors.

Description

Zim is a versatile graphical text editor designed for managing a series of wiki pages. Each individual page can feature links to various other pages, incorporate basic formatting, and include images. The pages are organized within a folder-like structure resembling an outliner, and attachments can also be added. To create a new page, simply link to a page that does not yet exist, making the process straightforward. All content is stored in plain text files utilizing wiki formatting, ensuring easy accessibility. A variety of plugins extend its capabilities, offering tools like a task list manager, an equation editor, a tray icon, and version control support. Zim accommodates multiple markup styles, including headings, bullet lists, and text formatting options such as bold, italic, and highlighted text. This markup is saved in the form of wiki text, allowing for seamless editing in other text editors. Thanks to the autosave feature, users can navigate between pages and follow links while editing without any concerns about losing their work. Zim serves many purposes, from archiving notes and maintaining a daily or weekly journal to taking notes during meetings or lectures and organizing task lists, showcasing its utility in various scenarios. Additionally, it allows users to streamline their workflow and enhance productivity with its user-friendly interface and rich feature set.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

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Integrations

MediaWiki Yes 

Integrations

MediaWiki No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Editing team

Founded

2011

Website

www.mediawiki.org/wiki/VisualEditor

Vendor Details

Company Name

Zim

Country

United States

Website

zim-wiki.org

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