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Fix common issues when using the SoloEnt editor.

Editor won’t open file

Problem: Cannot open or edit files in the editor. Solutions:
  • Check file format is supported (.md, .txt, .docx)
  • Verify file isn’t locked by another application
  • Check file permissions
  • Try opening a different file
  • Restart SoloEnt

Changes not saving

Problem: Edits disappear or don’t persist. Solutions:
  • Enable auto-save in preferences
  • Manually save with Cmd+S (Mac) or Ctrl+S (Windows)
  • Check disk space available
  • Verify folder write permissions
  • Look for save error messages

Formatting issues

Problem: Markdown formatting doesn’t render correctly. Solutions:
  • Check Markdown syntax is correct
  • Use preview mode to verify rendering
  • Refer to Markdown syntax guide
  • Try simpler formatting first

Editor performance slow

Problem: Typing or editing is laggy. Solutions:
  • Close unused files and tabs
  • Reduce file size (split large files)
  • Disable extensions temporarily
  • Restart SoloEnt
  • Check system resources (CPU, memory)

Split view not working

Problem: Cannot see editor and preview side-by-side. Solutions:
  • Click split view icon in toolbar
  • Increase window size for better layout
  • Check display settings
  • Reset editor layout to default

Text selection problems

Problem: Cannot select or copy text properly. Solutions:
  • Try keyboard shortcuts (Shift + Arrow keys)
  • Restart editor
  • Check for conflicting extensions
  • Update to latest version

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