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Key Points

• options: Define as key: Label pairs. The key is the stored value; the label is what's shown in the dropdown.

• default: tutorial → Matches the key tutorial, so "Tutorial" will be pre-selected.

• If multiple: true, default can be an array: default: [news, review].

• If the default doesn't match any key, the field will fall back to no selection (or placeholder if set).

• This works in Statamic 5+ (and earlier versions) for collections, taxonomies, globals, etc.

In the Control Panel

When adding/editing an entry:

• New entries: The default option is pre-selected.

• Existing entries: Saved value overrides the default.

Frontend Output (Antlers)

This is a standard field configuration option shared across most fieldtypes (see Statamic docs on fields/blueprints). Test it in your blueprint YAML file under resources/blueprints/collections/your_collection/your_blueprint.yaml. Save and refresh the CP!

Yes, Statamic's Bard editor (the powerful block-based rich text fieldtype with sets, inline formatting, and structured content) is fully available in the free version (Statamic Core or Solo edition).

Bard is a core fieldtype built into Statamic, not a Pro-only or paid addon feature. You can use it out-of-the-box in any blueprint for rich content editing, even on free installations.

Pro edition unlocks team-oriented features like:

• Unlimited users/roles

• Revisions

• Drafts

• Git integration in the CP

• Multi-site management

But core editing tools like Bard, Replicator, Grid, Markdown, and most fieldtypes remain fully functional in the free Core edition.

Many community addons extend Bard further (e.g., custom styles or AI tools), and some of those may be paid, but the base Bard editor itself is free. Enjoy it in your blog posts or any content! 🚀