When you first log into the backend of TYPO3 v13 LTS, you immediately notice the modernized design. Upon further exploration, it quickly becomes apparent that the administration interface has received numerous optimizations.

The basic styles have been revised and the layout elements optimized to offer an even better user experience. As a result, the backend is not only more user-friendly, but now also meets the requirements of the EU Accessibility Directive.

The UX improvements also include support for color schemes, an important aspect for accessibility.

Light and dark mode in the TYPO3 backend
The so-called dark mode offers both functional and aesthetic advantages. It increases comfort when using text-heavy applications or websites, reduces eye strain and contributes to a more pleasant visual experience.

Technically, dark mode can reduce energy consumption and extend battery life, making it an energy-efficient option for certain display types.

The List Backend module has been given a small but practical function. The data export window makes it possible to download data from almost any database table in various formats.

Users who export regularly will benefit from this function. For example, presets can now be created to output lists of front-end user data. Once the preset has been defined, only the defined fields are downloaded.

More image formats for TYPO3

Until now, TYPO3 could already process WebP images with a third-party extension or server extension. With TYPO3 v13, this image type can now also be created and processed natively by TYPO3. This image format helps to achieve faster loading times and reduce bandwidth usage without compromising image quality.

With WebP images in the backend, the performance and SEO rankings of websites are increased and improved.

With TYPO3 v13, the user experience in Form Management is significantly improved by a redesigned search function with a user-friendly interface.

Backend users can now find forms, elements, conditions and settings faster and more efficiently, which is especially helpful for large installations.

The redesigned search can be customized according to various criteria, allowing information to be found even more precisely. These improvements help to increase the efficiency of form design.

As the use of TYPO3 continues to grow worldwide, it is a central goal to make the backend accessible to as many users as possible. To meet this requirement, TYPO3 v13 now offers a user interface in the backend that is available for selected languages in a right-to-left orientation.

The backend can be localized in over 60 languages, making it easier to collaborate with local partners and colleagues and to create websites that better meet the requirements of regional guidelines. The new feature includes the layout of the backend, tables, page tree and menus.

Among the newly supported languages are:

• Arabic
• Hebrew
• Kurdish (Sorani)
• Persian (Farsi)
• Urdu
• Kashmiri
• Pashto
• And many more.

This innovation is a further step towards making TYPO3 more accessible for all users.

In TYPO3 v13 there are now integrity checks for duplicate redirects, which is an important improvement for the administration of the website. If a user attempts to configure multiple redirects pointing to the same target, these conflicts will be highlighted in red in the Reports tab.

This feature allows administrators to identify and resolve potential issues more easily and quickly, improving the user experience and minimizing sources of error. Clearly marking duplicate redirects ensures that redirect rules are managed consistently and effectively.

With TYPO3 v13, the password reset function for users and administrators has been significantly improved. If a user wants to reset their password, administrators now receive complete data about the process. This includes information about the user and the email address used, which increases security.

This enhancement allows administrators to better monitor unauthorized attempts to reset passwords. By providing comprehensive information, the management of user accounts becomes more secure.