XB: Key Improvements in Drag-and-Drop UX and Media Library Integration

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The Experience Builder (XB) project made significant progress in week 17, with 26 merge requests (MRs) successfully integrated, matching the previous week’s record. Notable updates include the introduction of a new “layers” panel, replacing the previous hierarchy view, which enhances component management by allowing users to move elements more easily. The integration of the Media Library into XB was another milestone, proving the capability of Drupal core’s complex field widget.

Improvements to the drag-and-drop interface were also made, enhancing user experience with visual cues for component positioning. Backend advancements included fixes to image rendering issues and critical bug resolutions in the Single-Directory Components (SDCs) auto-generation process. These updates continue to streamline both front- and back-end functionality, reinforcing XB's development. The updates were detailed in a post by Wim Leers, published on September 18, 2024.

Reference: XB week 17: drag and drop party by Wim Leers (18 September 2024)

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