Discord Formatting

Overview

Discord formatting lets you change how your messages look using simple symbols. You can make text bold, italic, add spoilers, create lists, format code, and more.

Discord uses Markdown-style formatting for many of these options.

Common Formatting

Bold: **text**
Italic: *text*
~~Strikethrough:~~ ~~text~~
Underline: __text__
Spoiler: ||text||
Inline code: `text`
Blockquote: > text
Bullet list: - text
Heading: # text

Where It Is Useful

Discord formatting is especially useful for:

Server rules
Announcements
Event information
Spoilers
Code and commands
Community guides

Quick Tip

Don't overuse formatting. Use bold for important information, lists for multiple points, and headings for longer messages. Keeping messages simple makes them easier to read.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I bold text on Discord?
Add two asterisks before and after the text: **text**.

How do I hide a spoiler?
Put || around the text: ||spoiler||.

Does Discord use Markdown?
Yes, Discord supports Markdown-style formatting for many text features.

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