The Markdown syntax you'll actually use when formatting AI responses, README files, and notes. Copy-paste ready with the exact characters.
Bold**bold text** or __bold text__Italic*italic* or _italic_Bold + italic***both*** wraps text in three asterisks.Strikethrough~~struck through~~Inline codeWrap in single backticks: `code`Line breakEnd a line with two spaces, or leave a blank line for a new paragraph.Headings# H1, ## H2, ### H3 ... up to ###### H6.Horizontal ruleThree or more dashes on their own line: ---Blockquote> Start a line with a greater-than sign.Nested quote>> Add more > characters to nest blockquotes.Bulleted- item, * item, or + item all work.Numbered1. first 2. second (numbers auto-correct on render).Nested listIndent two or four spaces under a parent item.Task list- [ ] todo and - [x] done render as checkboxes.Link[label](https://example.com)ImageReference link[label][id] then [id]: https://example.com elsewhere.Code blockFence with three backticks; add a language for highlighting (```js).Table| A | B | then |---|---| then | 1 | 2 | rows.EscapingPrefix a special char with a backslash: \* renders a literal asterisk.Want ready-to-use prompts to go with this cheatsheet?
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