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Hello, Discord! This is italic, underlined, and crossed out.
Say hi to @user, @role, and #channel.
Event time: <t:1893456000:F> · <t:1893456000:R>
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Inline const answer = 42 and a .
const greeting = 'hello Discord'
console.log(greeting)

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Discord formatting reference

Every common message syntax in one place. Copy the pattern, then replace its placeholder text or ID.

Text styles

Wrap text to add emphasis.

  • Bold**text**Strong emphasis
  • Italic*text* or _text_Either marker works
  • Bold italic***text***Combine both styles
  • Underline__text__Underline text
  • Strikethrough~~text~~Cross out text
  • Spoiler||text||Click to reveal

Structure

Organize longer messages and announcements.

  • Headers# H1 · ## H2 · ### H3Start a new line
  • Subtext-# textSmall supporting text
  • Bulleted list- item or * itemA space is required
  • Numbered list1. itemA space is required
  • Nested list - itemIndent with two spaces
  • Quote> text or >>> textSingle or multi-line

Code and links

Preserve text, add colors, or link cleanly.

  • Inline code`text` or ``text``Single or double backticks
  • Code block``` code ```Preserves spacing
  • Syntax colors```languageAdd a language label
  • ANSI colors```ansiUse ANSI escape codes
  • Masked link[label](https://...)Clickable label
  • No link embed<https://...>Suppresses the preview
  • Escape markdown\*literal asterisks\*Show formatting marks

Discord references

Use IDs for exact Discord targets.

  • User mention<@userId>Mention a user
  • Role mention<@&roleId>Mention a role
  • Channel mention<#channelId>Link to a channel
  • Timestamp<t:unix:style>Timezone-aware time
  • Custom emoji<:name:emojiId>Use an emoji by ID
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