Markdown shortcuts

Format text without leaving the keyboard with markdown shortcuts.

What you'll need

Markdown shortcuts are available on all ClickUp plans.
Everyone, including guests, can use markdown shortcuts.

Enable markdown shortcuts

To enable markdown shortcuts:

Click your account avatar.
Click My Settings.
Scroll down and enable the Markdown toggle.
Click Save changes.

Shortcuts

The following markdown shortcuts are available:

Type	Shortcut
Bold	*`bold`* Bold important words or bring attention to a change.
Italic	`_italic_` Italicize words for emphasis.
Strikethrough	`~strike~` Strikethrough text to track changes.
Bullet	`-` Bullet words or sentences to create an unordered list.
Numbered	`1.` Number words or sentences to create an ordered list.
Checkbox	`[]` Create a list of items that need to be completed.
Block Quote	`>` Use to directly quote text. Type `>` followed by a `space` to start the quote. To move to the next line, click `Shift + Enter` on PC or `Shift + Return` on Mac. To end formatting, press `Enter` on PC or `Return` on Mac.
Inline Code	`code` Use to indicate code snippets in regular text.
Code Block	``` Use to maintain code spacing. It will also attempt to highlight the code syntax. Type ``` followed by a `space` to start the code block. To end formatting, press `Enter` on PC or `Return` on Mac three times.
Divider	Use a divider to differentiate between different topics or categories. Type `---` or ``* followed by a `space` to start the code block.

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