Well-formatted messages are easier to read on a phone. WhatsApp supports simple formatting codes.
Formatting codes
| Style | Type this |
|---|---|
| Bold | *text* |
| Italic | _text_ |
| Strikethrough | ~text~ |
| Monospace | ```text``` |
| Bulleted list | * or - followed by a space |
| Numbered list | 1. followed by a space |
| Quote | > followed by a space |
Format messages quickly with our WhatsApp text formatter.
Tips for business messages
- Bold the key information: price, date, offer.
- Use short lines and line breaks.
- Use emojis sparingly as visual markers.
- Use strikethrough to show old prices: ~₹1,499~ ₹999.
- Keep messages short; check with our character counter.
Example
*Diwali Special* 🪔
Kaju Katli 1 kg: ~₹1,200~ *₹999*
Order by *25 Oct* for delivery
Reply ORDER to book
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