Which kde version are you using?
I use KDE3.2-RC1. Under Control Center -> KDE Components -> Component Chooser -> Embedded Text Editor I can choose the Embedded Text Editor. You too?
Additionally I can right-click on a textfile and choose "preview in -> embedded text viewer"
Greets
Tom
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