Reddit Text Formatter
Format Reddit posts and comments with bold, italic, strikethrough, spoilers, code and lists, then copy ready-to-paste Markdown in one click.
Reddit formats text with Markdown, so typing asterisks, tildes and spoiler codes by hand is slow and easy to get wrong. This free Reddit text formatter does it for you. Type or paste your post, select words and make them bold, italic, bold italic or strikethrough, or wrap them as inline code or a spoiler. Add bullets, checkmarks or numbered lists, insert dividers and emojis, tidy the spacing, then check the live Reddit post preview and the 40,000-character counter before you copy. Your text never leaves your browser, and the tool is free, with no sign-up and no watermark.
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How Do You Format Text on Reddit?
To format text on Reddit, type or paste your post into the editor, select the words you want to change and click B (bold), I (italic), BI (bold italic) or S (strikethrough). Open Fonts to add inline code or a spoiler, and Lists to turn lines into bullets or numbered steps. The tool adds the Reddit Markdown codes for you, so just click Copy post and paste it into a Reddit post, comment or reply.
Reddit uses Markdown: **double asterisks** make bold, *single asterisks* make italic, ~~tildes~~ strike text through and >!this!< hides a spoiler. If you paste into the rich text editor on desktop and see the symbols instead of formatting, switch the editor to Markdown mode first.
The formatting happens in your browser, so your post is never uploaded or stored. You get a preview that looks like a real Reddit post, with a subreddit, username, title, vote buttons and comment count, plus a live character and word count against Reddit’s 40,000-character text post limit. Undo, redo, paste from clipboard, a sample post and download as a .txt file are all built in.
Common reasons to format Reddit posts:
- Make long posts easy to scan with bold key points and a clear TL;DR.
- Hide plot twists, game endings and answers behind spoiler tags.
- Turn steps, tips and pros and cons into clean bullet or numbered lists.
- Show commands, file names and short snippets as inline code.
- Use strikethrough for edits, corrections and sold items in buy and sell posts.
- Meet subreddit rules that ask for a clear, readable post structure.
What each option does:
| Option | What it does | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Bold, Italic, Bold italic | Wraps the selected text in Reddit Markdown asterisks so Reddit shows it as bold, italic or both. | Key points, warnings, TL;DR lines and section titles. |
| Strikethrough | Wraps the selected text in ~~double tildes~~ so Reddit draws a line through it. | Edits, corrections, sold items and old prices. |
| Code and Spoiler | Code wraps text in `backticks`. Spoiler wraps it in >!spoiler tags!< that readers tap to reveal. | Commands and file names; plot twists, endings and answers. |
| Lists | Adds bullets, arrows, checkmarks, green ticks, pointers, sparkles, checkboxes, numbers or emoji numbers to each line. | Steps, tips, specs, pros and cons, and checklists. |
| Insert | Adds ready-made dividers and popular emojis at the cursor. | Splitting long posts into sections and adding personality. |
| Clean up | Clear styling, tidy spacing, space out lines, remove blank lines. | Fixing text pasted from Word, Notes or Google Docs before you post. |
Good to know
- Markdown keeps your words as plain letters, so formatted posts stay searchable on Reddit and Google and are read normally by screen readers.
- Reddit Markdown has no underline, so the U button is turned off for Reddit.
- Reddit can merge single line breaks into one paragraph, so use Space out lines to add blank lines between paragraphs.
- Markdown symbols count towards Reddit's character limits, so leave a little room for them.
- Spoiler tags work best on new Reddit and the official apps; some old Reddit themes and third-party apps may show them differently.
What You Can Do With This Tool
- Bold, italic and bold italic. Select text and click B, I or BI to add the Reddit Markdown asterisks automatically.
- Strikethrough. Click S to cross out text with ~~tildes~~ for edits, corrections and sold items.
- Inline code and spoilers. Open Fonts to wrap text in `backticks` or in >!spoiler!< tags.
- Lists. Add bullets, arrows, checkmarks, green ticks, pointers, sparkles, checkboxes, numbered lists or emoji numbers.
- Dividers. Insert line, dot and sparkle dividers to split long posts into clear sections.
- Emoji picker. Add popular emojis such as 👇 🚀 ✅ 💡 🔥 and 📌 at your cursor.
- Clean up. Clear styling, tidy spacing, space out lines or remove blank lines in one click.
- Live Reddit preview. See your post with a subreddit, username, title, votes and comments before you share it.
- Character and word counter. Track your length against Reddit's 40,000-character text post limit.
- Paste and sample. Paste from your clipboard or load a sample post to see how the formatting works.
- Undo and redo. Step back or forward through your changes.
- Copy and download. Copy your post as Reddit Markdown in one click or download it as a .txt file.
Which Reddit Text Style Should I Use?
Use bold for key points and section titles, italic for emphasis and quotes, strikethrough for edits, code for technical terms and spoilers for anything that could ruin a surprise. Keep formatting light so your post stays easy to read.
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How to Format a Reddit Post (3 Steps)
Write or paste your post
Type in the editor, click Paste to bring in text from your clipboard, or click Sample to try a ready-made post. The counter shows your characters and words as you type.
Format your text
Select words and click B, I, BI or S, open Fonts for code or spoilers, and use Lists, Insert and Clean up to structure your post. The preview updates as you go.
Copy and post on Reddit
Click Copy post, open Reddit and paste into your post, comment or reply. On desktop, switch the editor to Markdown mode first. You can also download your post as a .txt file.
Tip: put your main point or a TL;DR in the first lines, because Reddit feeds show only the start of a post before “see more”. Use the preview to check how it looks, and leave a blank line before lists so Reddit displays them correctly.
Which Formatting Should I Use for Each Type of Reddit Post?
| Post type | Formatting | Lists | Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guide or how-to | Bold step titles, code for commands | Numbered 1. | Add a TL;DR at the top. |
| Question or advice | Bold the main question | Bullets • for details | Give context, but keep it short. |
| Story or experience | Italic for thoughts, spoilers for twists | None or minimal | Use short paragraphs with blank lines. |
| Review or comparison | Bold product names | Checkmarks ✔️ for pros | End with a clear verdict. |
| Buy, sell or trade | Strikethrough for sold items or old prices | Bullets • for items | Follow the subreddit’s title format. |
| Announcement or AMA | Bold headline and dates | Arrows ➤ or pointers 👉 | Use dividers between sections. |
Writing a Reddit post that is easy to read:
- Write a clear, specific title, since the title is what most people see first in the feed.
- Lead with your main point or a TL;DR so readers know what the post is about.
- Keep paragraphs short and leave blank lines between them for easy reading on mobile.
- Format key words, not every word, so the post stays readable.
- Check the subreddit rules and flair before posting, and end with a question to invite comments.
After you format your text, you can paste it into Reddit text posts, comments and replies on desktop, mobile web and the Reddit app. Because the output is standard Markdown, the same text also works in other Markdown apps such as Discord and GitHub, though some use different spoiler codes. For WhatsApp’s own *bold* and _italic_ markers, use Teasoft’s WhatsApp Text Formatter instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make text bold on Reddit?
Select your text and click B. The tool wraps it in **double asterisks**, which Reddit shows as bold in posts and comments. You can also type the asterisks yourself in Reddit's Markdown mode.
How do I make text italic or strikethrough on Reddit?
Select the text and click I for italic or S for strikethrough. Italic uses *single asterisks* and strikethrough uses ~~double tildes~~, both standard Reddit Markdown.
Is this Reddit text formatter free?
Yes. It is 100% free, with no sign-up, no limits and no watermark on your text.
Is my text private?
Yes. All formatting runs in your browser. Your post is never sent to a server or stored by Teasoft.
Does Reddit formatting work on iPhone, Android and desktop?
Yes. Reddit Markdown works on new Reddit, old Reddit and the official Reddit apps for iPhone and Android, so bold, italic, strikethrough and lists show on all of them.
How do I add bullet points or a numbered list to a Reddit post?
Select the lines and open Lists. Choose bullets, arrows, checkmarks, numbers or emoji numbers. Leave a blank line before the list so Reddit displays it correctly.
How do I add a spoiler on Reddit?
Select the text, open Fonts and click Spoiler. The tool wraps it in >!spoiler tags!<, which Reddit hides until a reader taps or clicks it.
What is the Reddit post character limit?
Reddit text posts can hold up to 40,000 characters, titles up to 300 characters and comments up to 10,000 characters. The counter tracks your post against the 40,000-character limit.
Do Markdown symbols count towards the character limit?
Yes. Asterisks, tildes, backticks and spoiler tags are counted as characters, so a heavily formatted post uses a little more of the limit.
Why do I see asterisks instead of bold text on Reddit?
You probably pasted into the rich text editor, which shows Markdown as plain symbols. Switch the editor to Markdown mode, then paste your post again.
Does formatting affect Reddit search and SEO?
No. Markdown keeps your words as plain letters, so Reddit search and Google can still read and index your post.
Is Reddit formatting accessible for screen readers?
Yes. Unlike Unicode fancy fonts, Markdown formatting uses normal letters, so screen readers read your post naturally.
How do I remove formatting from my text?
Select the text and choose Clean up → Clear styling to remove Markdown codes and list markers.
How do I add line breaks to a Reddit post?
Reddit can merge single line breaks into one paragraph. Use Clean up → Space out lines to add a blank line between lines so each one shows separately.
Can I add dividers and emojis?
Yes. Open Insert to add dividers such as ━━━ or ── ✦ ── and popular emojis at your cursor.
Why is the underline button turned off for Reddit?
Reddit Markdown has no underline code, so underline is not available for Reddit posts. Use bold or italic for emphasis instead.
Can I use this formatted text in comments and other apps?
Yes. Paste it into Reddit comments and replies, or into other Markdown apps such as Discord and GitHub. Some apps use different spoiler codes.
How do I save my post for later?
Click Download to save your post as a .txt file. Open it later, copy the text and paste it into Reddit.
About Teasoft's Reddit Text Formatter
Teasoft's Reddit Text Formatter is a free online tool that turns plain text into Reddit-ready Markdown. It adds bold, italic, strikethrough, inline code, spoilers, lists, dividers and emojis, and shows a live Reddit post preview so you can check your post before you share it.
It is made for Redditors, moderators, writers, gamers, marketers and anyone who posts guides, reviews, stories or questions on Reddit and wants them to look clean and easy to read, without learning Markdown.
All formatting runs on your own device, so your text is never uploaded or stored. The tool is free to use, with no sign-up, no limits and no watermark.