Visual Editing by DatoCMS – Seamless Visual Editing for Headless CMS

Summary: Visual Editing by DatoCMS enables developers to integrate WYSIWYG editing into headless CMS workflows, providing content editors with real frontend previews, deep linking to content fields, and support for drafts and real-time updates. It maintains the headless architecture while improving editor experience.

What it does

It allows developers to implement visual editing in DatoCMS using real frontend previews of the actual app, content-aware deep links to specific records or fields, and a framework-agnostic setup compatible with Next.js, Nuxt, SvelteKit, and Astro. It supports draft mode, preview environments, and production safely.

Who it's for

This tool is designed for developers and content editors working with headless CMS architectures who need a visual editing experience without sacrificing frontend control.

Why it matters

It solves the disconnect between headless CMS technical complexity and editor usability by providing visual context and seamless editing without compromising the headless model.