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2 line breaks = new paragraph
In a previous feature (#2761) I requested removing the auto-double space feature when selecting the Enter
key. This was particularly problematic for mobile devices, since a single line break with Shift + Enter
was not possible. Ultimately, it was decided not to change this behavior for web, but for mobile it was modified such that two spaces would equate to a new paragraph (#2775).
I'm wondering if we can at least make a modification in web where two single spaces (Shift + Enter
twice) will convert to a new paragraph. Or put differently, Shift + Enter
twice is treated the same as Enter
once.
There are three main reasons for this.
- It flows with the traditional markdown logic, whereby a line break between two lines of texts signifies a new paragraph.
- This logic will be consistent with the new behavior in mobile (#2775).
- It creates less mental burden on the user. There are times when I would like to create two spaces in between paragraphs, to signify a new section/chapter. Currently, to do this properly I will have to hit
Shift + Enter
once, and thenEnter
once -- two separate actions. Otherwise, it won't be treated as a new paragraph and formatting will carry over. This is an extra mental step that seems unnecessary.
Note: for users that like the auto-double spacing with the Enter
key, this won't change anything.