To bold text in Discord, simply enclose the desired text between two pairs of asterisks (**).
Discord uses a lightweight markup language called Markdown, which allows you to format your messages with ease. This system enables users to apply various text styles, including bold, italics, and more, by typing specific characters around their text.
How to Bold Your Text
Applying bold formatting in Discord is straightforward. You just need to type two asterisks before and after the text you want to bold.
- Syntax:
**your text here** - Example: Typing
**Hello, Discord!**will appear as Hello, Discord! in your message.
How to Bold and Italicize (Bold Italics)
If you wish to make your text both bold and italicized, you can use three asterisks before and after the text.
- Syntax:
***your text here*** - Example: Typing
***This is important!***will appear as This is important! in your message.
Quick Reference for Discord Text Formatting
Here's a handy table summarizing common text formatting options in Discord using Markdown:
| Formatting Style | Markdown Syntax | Appearance |
|---|---|---|
| Bold | **text** |
text |
| Italics | *text* or _text_ |
text |
| Bold & Italics | ***text*** |
text |
~~text~~ |
||
| Underline | __text__ |
text |
| Underline & Italics | __*text*__ |
text |
| Underline & Bold | __**text**__ |
text |
| Underline, Bold & Italics | __***text***__ |
text |
Practical Tips for Formatting in Discord
- Combine Styles: As shown in the table, you can combine multiple Markdown syntaxes for unique styles (e.g.,
__**bold and underlined**__). - No Spaces: Ensure there are no spaces between the asterisks/underscores and the text itself, otherwise, the formatting might not apply correctly. For example,
** text **will not bold. - Preview: Discord often shows a live preview of your formatted text as you type, allowing you to correct any mistakes before sending.
- Mobile App: The Markdown syntax works identically on Discord's desktop application, web version, and mobile apps.
