Best WordPress Hosting Editors – Wysiwyg vs. TinyMCE

Often when we are selecting a web host, the first thing that comes to mind is the WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) Editor. Naturally, when we think about a website builder, we automatically think about what type of editor they use because there are 2 types of editors that work well with WordPress: WYSIWYG and TinyMCE. However, before you make up your mind, you should know that not all WYSISWYG editors are created equal. Here we will examine the key differences between the 2 most popular WYSISWYG editors so you can make the right choice for your needs. We will also examine the differences between WPBeginner and Bluehost, 2 of the most popular hosting providers for WordPress users.

WYSIWYG

WYSIWYG is an abbreviation for “What You See Is What You Get”. When you use a WYSIWYG editor on a website, you will see what that website looks like without having to have any experience with HTML or CSS. This type of editor makes website building a whole lot simpler because all you have to do is just type in the content and the WYSIWYG editor will take care of the rest. Most WYSIWYG editors are based on an intuitive visual interface that makes creating a website a piece of cake. Some people prefer this type of editor because it is very simple to use and does not require any HTML or CSS knowledge to be effective. The problem with WYSIWYG is that not all WYSISWYG editors are created equal and you should know which one to go for.

TinyMCE

TinyMCE is an abbreviation for “Tiny Meta-Editor” and it was originally designed for use with WordPress. Instead of just looking at the visual interface, you will have to check out the code in order to see how the website is built. This is where you will see all the HTML and CSS of the website. However, if you are not comfortable editing the HTML and CSS of a website, you should go with WYSIWYG because they are much more user-friendly.

Key Differences Between WYSIWYG and TinyMCE

There are several major differences between WYSIWYG and TinyMCE. Some of these are subtle but there is a clear difference in how the 2 editors work. First off, WYSIWYG will always preserve the original formatting of the content that you input whereas TinyMCE will sometimes strip away all the formatting that you have applied. This can be really frustrating if you are used to seeing your work formatted the way you want it. Another major difference between the 2 editors is how you save a website when it is finished. If you decide that you do not want to preserve the original formatting of the content, you will have to go back in and apply it manually. This is a very time-consuming process and a major downside to using WYSIWYG. With TinyMCE, if you click on the “Save” button at the top right corner of the screen, all the formatting will be automatically applied. So, in short, you will not have to go back in and manually apply the original formatting after you have edited the content in TinyMCE. This is definitely a major plus if you are looking for an editing tool.

Which One Should You Go For?

Above, we discussed the differences between WYSIWYG and TinyMCE. Now let’s examine the pros and cons of each type of editor.

• WYSIWYG: The original WYSISWYG editor that is based on the visual interface of what you see. This is the most popular type of editor because it is very intuitive, simple to use, and requires no HTML or CSS knowledge to be effective. Also, if you are looking for an editing tool that will preserve the original formatting of the content, this is the one to go for. However, if you are interested in creating a website that looks the same as it does on your computer screen, you should go with TinyMCE.
• TinyMCE: This is the modernized version of WYSISWYG that works well within WordPress. Instead of strictly looking at the visual interface, you will have to look at the code in order to see how the website is built. This is where you will see all the HTML and CSS of the website. The benefit of using TinyMCE is that it will strip away all the formatting that you have applied (even the HTML and CSS formatting) so that it looks the same as it does on your computer screen. However, if you are looking for an editing tool that will preserve the original formatting of the content, you should go with WYSIWYG.
• Hybrid: This is a combination of WYSIWYG and TinyMCE that has become very popular among WordPress users. If you are looking for an all-around tool that will work well with WordPress, this is the one to go for. Unlike other combinations of WYSIWYG and TinyMCE, Hybrid has introduced a drag-and-drop area into the visual interface of the editor. This allows you to effortlessly move content around on the page and organize it in the way that you want. Naturally, this is also where you can start editing the content without needing any HTML or CSS knowledge. However, if you are interested in preserving the original formatting, you should go with WYSIWYG.

To summarize, above we discussed the differences between the 2 most popular WYSISWYG editors. Sometimes it is best to know the pros and the cons of various products before making a purchase decision. This way, you will be certain that you are getting exactly what you want. Also, if you are interested in creating a website that looks the same as it does on your computer screen, you should go with TinyMCE because not all the WYSISWYG Editors are created equal and you should know which one to go for.