Sam Forrest discusses enhancing Umbraco's rich text editor by adding a "code sample" plugin to facilitate code snippet inclusion in blog posts. Key steps include updating the appsettings.json to allow the <code> tag, configuring the backoffice to include the plugin, and styling snippets using PrismJS for improved presentation.
Umbraco 15 introduces a new Rich Text Editor (RTE) UI built on TipTap, replacing TinyMCE due to licensing issues. This update enhances usability with improved copy-paste handling and greater customization for developers. The transition reflects Umbraco's commitment to innovation and adaptability in content management, with further refinements expected in upcoming releases.