Markdown Cheatsheet

Quick reference guide for Markdown syntax with examples and previews

Headers

H1

Syntax
# Heading 1
Preview

H2

Syntax
## Heading 2
Preview

H3

Syntax
### Heading 3
Preview

H4

Syntax
#### Heading 4
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Text Formatting

Bold

Syntax
**bold text**
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Italic

Syntax
*italic text*
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Bold & Italic

Syntax
***bold and italic***
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Strikethrough

Syntax
~~strikethrough~~
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Lists

Unordered List

Syntax
- Item - Item
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Ordered List

Syntax
1. Item 2. Item
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Task List

Syntax
- [ ] Todo - [x] Done
Preview

Nested List

Syntax
- Item - Nested
Preview

Links & Images

Link

Syntax
[Title](URL)
Preview

Image

Syntax
![Alt](URL)
Preview

Reference Link

Syntax
[Title][id]
Preview

Code

Inline Code

Syntax
`code`
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Code Block

Syntax
``` code ```
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Shell Command

Syntax
$ command
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Blockquotes

Quote

Syntax
> Quote
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Nested Quote

Syntax
> Quote >> Nested
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Tables

Basic Table

Syntax
| A | B | |---|---| | 1 | 2 |
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Aligned Table

Syntax
| L | C | R | |:--|:-:|--:|
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Misc

Horizontal Rule

Syntax
---
Preview

Line Break

Syntax
Text Text
Preview

Search Syntax

What is Complete Markdown Syntax Cheatsheet?

Our Interactive Markdown Cheatsheet is the perfect quick-reference guide for anyone writing for the web. Whether you're a developer documenting code, a student taking notes, or a writer crafting a blog post, our guide helps you find the right syntax in seconds. From basic bold text to complex tables and code blocks, we provide clear examples and live previews so you can format your documents with confidence.

Key Features & Benefits

Live Visual Examples

Don't guess how your formatting will look. Every syntax rule comes with a real-time preview so you can verify your layout before you use it.

Instant Search Filter

Find what you need faster. Our reactive search bar lets you filter the entire library of Markdown rules as you type.

One-Click Copying

Save time and avoid mistakes. Our dedicated copy buttons ensure you get the exact characters needed for bolding, linking, and more.

Mobile-Friendly Design

Keep the cheatsheet open on your phone or tablet while you work on your main screen. Our responsive layout works perfectly on any device.

How to Use the Complete Markdown Syntax Cheatsheet

1

Browse or search

Scroll through our categorized list of Markdown elements or use the search bar to quickly find the specific formatting rule you're looking for.

2

Check the preview

Look at the 'Preview' box next to each syntax example to see exactly how your text will look once it's rendered in a Markdown viewer.

3

Copy the syntax

Click the copy button to instantly grab the raw Markdown code. No more manual typing or trying to remember if it's one asterisk or two.

4

Paste and publish

Insert the copied syntax directly into your GitHub README, personal blog, or documentation tool for perfectly formatted results every time.

Practical Use Cases

GitHub READMEs & Wiki

Create professional-looking project documentation quickly by referencing our guides for headers, lists, and code blocks.

Technical Documentation

Maintain a consistent style across your software manuals and API guides with easy access to table and blockquote syntax.

Note-Taking & Journaling

Speed up your writing in apps like Obsidian, Notion, or Joplin by mastering the most common Markdown shortcuts.

Scientific Data Notebooks

Format your research and data analysis clearly in Jupyter Notebooks using our guides for complex tables and mathematical notation.