WhatsApp Enhances Text Formatting: Bullet Points, Quotes, Code, and More

WhatsApp has introduced four new text formatting options to its messaging service, making it easier for users to customize their messages in chats and channels. This update adds to the pre-existing formatting features, such as bold, italic, strikethrough, and monospace, providing users with a more versatile toolkit for message customization.

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Newly Added Formatting Shortcuts

With the latest update, WhatsApp users can now enjoy eight formatting options, including the newly added features:

• Bullet Lists: Easily create bullet lists by starting your message with a dash (-).
• Numbered Lists: For numbered lists, begin your message with a number followed by a period (1.).
• Quote Block: To quote someone, start your message with a greater-than sign (>).
• Code Snippet: For code snippets, encapsulate your message with backticks (`).

These additions are designed to enhance user experience, offering more freedom in how messages are composed and read.

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How to Use the New Formatting Features

Using the new formatting shortcuts is straightforward and similar to the existing ones. Here's a quick guide:

• Bullet List: - Your message
• Numbered List: 1. Your message
• Quote Block: > Your message
• Code Snippet: `Your message`

For lists, a new bullet or number will appear with each line break. Remember to maintain proper spacing and replace "Your message" with your actual message.

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Existing Formatting Options

For those who might need a refresher, here are the commands for the existing formatting features:

• Bold: *Your message*
• Italic: _Your message_
• Strikethrough: ~Your message~
• Monospace: `Your message`

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