Format Messages Using Markdown

Hischool supports Markdown formatting in conversations.

Markdown allows you to:

Emphasize text
Create lists
Add links
Format code
Structure longer messages

Formatting improves clarity and readability in both direct and group conversations.

Basic Text Formatting

Bold

To make text bold: **bold text**

Italic

To italicize text: *italic text*

Bold and Italic

***bold and italic***

Strikethrough

~~strikethrough text~~

Lists

Unordered List

- Item one
- Item two
- Item three

Ordered List

1. First
2. Second
3. Third

Links

To add a clickable link:

[Open Hischool](https://hischool.world)

Code Formatting

Inline Code

Use backticks for inline code:

const example = true

Code Block

Use triple backticks for multi-line code:

<pre>
function greet() {
console.log(“Hello”);
}
</pre>

Code blocks are useful for programming discussions.

Blockquotes

To quote text:

> This is a quoted message

Blockquotes are useful for highlighting references or previous statements.

Combining Markdown with Mentions

You can combine formatting with mentions:

Mentions will still trigger notifications, depending on settings.

See:
→ Mention Users

Formatting in Group Conversations

Formatting is especially useful in group discussions:

Use bold for key points.
Use lists for action items.
Use code blocks for technical explanations.
Use quotes to reference previous messages.

Clear formatting improves collaboration.

Limitations

Depending on configuration:

Some advanced Markdown features may not be supported.
HTML tags may be sanitized.
Scripts and unsafe content are not allowed.
Formatting may be simplified in email notifications.

Security measures prevent malicious formatting.

Best Practices

Use formatting to improve clarity, not decoration.
Avoid excessive bold or large blocks of formatted text.
Keep messages readable and structured.
Preview your message before sending (if supported).

Common Issues

My formatting is not working

Check for correct syntax.
Ensure proper spacing.
Make sure special characters are used correctly.

The formatting looks different in email

Email notifications may display simplified formatting.

Code formatting is not aligned

Make sure you use triple backticks for multi-line code blocks.