What is Markdown?
Markdown is a simple way to format text using plain characters. Type symbols like # or ** and they automatically become headings or bold text.
Don't want to use markdown? Use the visual toolbar instead—same results, no syntax required.
Quick reference
| Format | Markdown | Keyboard Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| Heading 1 | # Text | — |
| Heading 2 | ## Text | — |
| Heading 3 | ### Text | — |
| Bold | **text** | Cmd/Ctrl + B |
| Italic | *text* | Cmd/Ctrl + I |
| Strikethrough | ~~text~~ | — |
| Bullet list | - item | — |
| Numbered list | 1. item | — |
| Task list | - [ ] task | — |
| Block quote | > quote | — |
| Inline code | `code` | — |
| Code block | ``code`` | — |
| Link | [text](url) | - |
| Horizontal rule | --- | — |
All of these can also be accessed through the visual toolbar—just select text and click the formatting button you want.
Need more help with markdown?
For a comprehensive markdown guide, see the Markdown Guide.
Next steps
- Toolbar Guide → - Visual formatting tools
- Images & Links → - Insert media and hyperlinks