Adobe Dreamweaver 4 is by far the best HTML editor that has a WYSIWYG, supports multiple languages, split screen between design and code view, FTP feature, etc. Great product all around!
Besides Dreamweaver as the best HTML editor to create websites CoffeeCup comes in as a close 2nd, and at $49 it is very cost effective and has more features than other editors.
CoffeeCup HTML Editor Features
WYSIWYG (What You See is What You Get) Interface and HTML Text Editor Comprehensive, easy-to-understand help manual 10 professionally designed templates Built-in HTML validation tool Code completion CSS Menu Builder Support for several coding languages Multi-file replacements Customizable work space
Komodo IDE Features
Browser-side/ server-side/ Web template languages Auto-complete code View HTML source Sub-language background colors Code browser Multi-user support Primary language preferences
Microsoft Expression Web Features
Browser-side/ server-side/ Web template languages Auto-complete code View HTML source Sub-language background colors Code browser Multi-user support Primary language preferences
phpDesigner 7 php editor
Syntax highlighting for over ten coding languages Supports both PHP 4 and PHP 5+ Real time syntax check for PHP, HTML/XHTML and CSS Code completion Extended help and reference manuals for six supported languages Code snippets & libraries Free updates for all versions 7.x.x Multiple language support
BestAddress HTML Editor 2010 features
Ability to edit image maps 12-chapter HTML tutorial Split screen coding and live preview Visual editor (WYSIWYG) and text editor FTP software included (File Transfer Protocol for website uploads) Ability to contact support from within the program
What ever editor you choose make sure you compare what editor is best for you. When considering the right editor you may want to take into account if you are a WYSIWYG type of designer, coder or both. Most products offer a free trial version to try out and tutorials to learn the product. To view a comparison in HTML editors go to TopTenReviews.
