When I type here in the composer, if I hit enter once, a new tag in the html is created, and the user sees a double line break. Example Example However, when I type in the composer on my forum, if I hit enter once, I get a single line break. Example Example So a user has to hit enter twice to get that double line break. Is there a feature I need to enable to get the same setup as here?

Do you use the same composer mode in both forums? I know the rich-text-editor adds a different line break (New composer inserts double line breaks when pressing return key) than the markdown editor.

Hmm… are you using the Markdown or the WYSIWYG rich text editor? IIRC the 1st behaviour is that of the WYSIWYG rich text editor, and the 2nd is the Markdown one.

Ahh, now I see! I never paid attention to the M↓ or A icon in the composer, looked confusing. That was the issue though. Boy, if the admin has a problem figuring that one out…

[image] Brandon007: I never paid attention to the M↓ or A icon in the composer, looked confusing. That was the issue though. announcement was here: [image] Introducing our new composer, making writing on Discourse easier than ever megaphoneAnnouncements One of our major projects this year has been working on developing a new rich text editing mode for the composer, which makes writing on Discourse more familiar and intuitive. The new composer has been available here on Meta and as an experimental setting for some time, but we’re at the point where we’re excited to drop the experimental label and invite your community to try it out! In this topic, we’ll share more about the composer, how it works, and how you can make it available in your commu…

How to make a new <p> tag when a user hits enter?

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announcement was here:

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How to make a new <p> tag when a user hits enter?

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