Additionally, it’s common to find niche communities about technology, animation, fashion, artificial intelligence, and other topics on Reddit that you may not find on other social media apps. Another feature that is unique to Reddit is markdown mode. If you’re new to Reddit, you may wonder what markdown mode is. In this article, we explain what exactly markdown mode on Reddit is and the steps to use markdown mode on Reddit mobile app and desktop version.
Overview of Markdown Mode on Reddit
You are essentially formatting your text when you bold, italicize, or add bullet points, numbered lists, or headings to your texts. Markdown is a set of Reddit rules that allow you to format text by adding symbols before and after texts instead of clicking on the appropriate button. When using markdown mode, editing posts and comments is straightforward. Additionally, you only need to know which symbols to add to a specific text to apply the format you want. This way, you don’t have to highlight parts of a comment or post and click on a button to format. Examples of markdown elements that Reddit supports include:
HeadingsParagraphsLine breaksBoldItalicBlockquotesOrdered listsCodeTablesHorizontal rulesLinksFenced code blocksAutomatic URL linkingDisabling automatic URL linking
Examples of basic formatting options that you can use to post or comment when on markdown Reddit mode include:
italics – to italicize textbold – to bold a part or the entire textbold italics – to bold and italicize textsrikethrough – to cross a line through a specific text
It’s essential to note that markdown mode on Reddit doesn’t support images and only partially supports unordered lists. To apply a particular format to ordered lists, the list should start with the number 1. Additionally, heading IDs on markdown mode are generated automatically. There’s no way to format a custom heading ID. Some elements that Reddit markdown mode doesn’t support include highlight for texts, emoji copy, and paste or emoji shortcodes, and definition lists. Please note that Reddit regularly updates its features. These markdown mode elements may be available in the future.
Step-by-Step Guide on Using Markdown Mode on Reddit
Depending on the platform, there are two ways to utilize markdown mode on Reddit.
Reddit Mobile App
Follow the steps below to use the markdown mode on the Reddit mobile app: You’ll notice that after adding the appropriate symbol before and after the text, the text automatically appears in italics or bold, depending on your goal.
Reddit Desktop Version
Follow the steps below to use the markdown mode on the Reddit desktop version: If you wish, you can permanently switch to markdown mode from Fancy Pants Editor, so your posts and comments automatically generate the markdown mode settings.
How To Set the Markdown Mode As Default
Follow the steps below to set the markdown mode as default on the Reddit desktop version:
Summary
Markdown mode on Reddit allows you to add specific symbols before and after text to apply a particular format. For example, you can add * before and after text to italicize or ** to bold a part or the entire text. Reddit supports several markdown elements, including headings, paragraphs, line breaks, bold, italics, ordered lists, and many more. Remember to avoid leaving a space between the symbol and the text when using markdown mode on Reddit. Otherwise, the text will not reflect the format you wish to apply.
