Can the Preview Option be Added to Post Editing for Improved Content Quality?

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The discussion highlights the absence of a preview option when editing posts, which is particularly problematic for users needing to format content like math formulas. The lack of a preview feature often leads to the need for additional edits after posting. Participants express a desire for this functionality, and it is noted that the preview option is expected to be included in the next vB upgrade, indicating that improvements are on the horizon.
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I have noticed that there is no preview option when you edit a post. I love the edit option, particularly when you are trying to put up some math formulas or something similiar. Unfortunately I often forget to preview my post before posting, and so need to edit some of the tags.

In edit "mode" you don't get the option to preview your changes, which would be really handy.

Is it feasible to add this option some time in the future?
 
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Yes, I believe it is part of the feature set planned for the next vB upgrade.
 
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