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Introduction

We are embarking on a crucial path of upgrading your website to Drupal 10. The first significant step in this process is transitioning your site's current text editor, CKEditor 4, to its enhanced successor, CKEditor 5. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the CKEditor 5 upgrade process, its timeline, and why it's essential for your upcoming transition to Drupal 10.

Why Upgrade to CKEditor 5?

CKEditor 5 introduces several improvements over its predecessor, including enhanced performance, improved security, and additional features. Importantly, this upgrade is a prerequisite for the impending transition to Drupal 10, a necessary step to ensure the continued support, optimal performance, and security of your website.

The CKEditor 5 Upgrade Process

During this first stage of the overall Drupal 10 upgrade, we will deploy CKEditor 5 alongside CKEditor 4 under your current Drupal 9 site. This dual implementation allows us to work closely with you to address any potential issues, and ensure all customisations from CKEditor 4 are preserved or have suitable equivalents in CKEditor 5. Our ultimate aim is to conclude this stage with a production release of CKEditor 5 under Drupal 9, which lays a solid foundation for the subsequent stages of the Drupal 10 transition.

Timeline for the CKEditor 5 Upgrade

The CKEditor 5 upgrade process will follow the timeline outlined below:

  • Start Date: 1st July 2023

  • Estimated Duration: 1 month

  • Completion Date: 31st July 2023

Please note that these dates are estimates; actual durations may vary based on the complexities that may arise during the upgrade process. Rest assured, our team will work diligently to minimise disruptions and ensure a timely and smooth transition.

Next Steps

Following the successful deployment of CKEditor 5, we will proceed to the next stage in the Drupal 10 upgrade process, which involves a thorough assessment of your site to identify potential challenges that may affect the Drupal 10 upgrade. This assessment, combined with the work done during the CKEditor 5 upgrade, will provide a more accurate estimate of the time and resources needed for the final upgrade to Drupal 10.

Conclusion

The CKEditor 5 upgrade is a critical first step towards transitioning your site to Drupal 10. This process not only enhances your site's text editing capabilities but also sets the stage for the full transition to Drupal 10, which we aim to complete by 1st November 2023.

We are committed to making this transition as seamless as possible and will keep you informed at each step of the process. If you have any queries or require further clarification, please feel free to contact our customer support team directly.

Thank you for your cooperation as we work together to ensure your website remains up-to-date, secure, and capable of delivering an optimal user experience.