Enhanced Authoring Workflow in Craft 5.5

Craft CMS has recently released version 5.5, introducing several enhancements aimed at improving authoring workflows, accessibility, and development capabilities.

1. Authoring Workflow Improvements

• Draft Saving for Field Changes: Modifications made in Matrix, CKEditor, and Addresses fields are now saved as drafts within the parent entry, preventing immediate publication and allowing for more controlled content management.
• Nested Element Indicators: Nested element cards now clearly indicate when they have been newly created or edited, enhancing content tracking and management.

2. Media Asset Enhancements

• Audio and Video Previews: The control panel now includes media players on audio and video asset edit pages, enabling authors to preview media files directly within the platform.

3. New Field Types and Options

• Range Field: A new “Range” field type has been introduced, providing a slider input for selecting values within a specified range, offering a more intuitive data entry method for numerical inputs.
• Custom Options for Checkboxes and Radio Buttons: Authors can now define custom options for Checkboxes and Radio Buttons fields, allowing for greater flexibility in content creation.

4. Link Field Enhancements

• Label and Target Inputs: Link fields can be configured to include inputs for link labels and targets, providing authors with more control over link presentation and behavior.

5. Element Card Customization

• Display Attributes: It’s now possible to display element attributes such as ID and Post Date within element cards, alongside custom fields, offering a more comprehensive overview of content elements.

For a detailed list of all changes and improvements, refer to the official release notes on GitHub.

These updates in Craft CMS 5.5 are designed to streamline content management processes, enhance media handling, and provide greater customization options for developers and content creators alike.