How to Quote a Paragraph Using Markdown Syntax

Learn how to quote a paragraph in Markdown by using the greater-than symbol to create indented, italicized text easily.

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To quote a paragraph, use these Markdown syntax steps: Begin and end the paragraph with a greater-than symbol (>) followed by a space. For example: > This is a quoted paragraph. This method makes the text appear indented and typically italicized, clearly distinguishing it from regular text.

Questions and answers

  1. What symbol is used to quote a paragraph in Markdown?

    In Markdown, the greater-than symbol (>) followed by a space is used to quote a paragraph.

  2. How does a quoted paragraph appear in Markdown?

    Quoted paragraphs in Markdown appear indented and typically italicized, distinguishing them from regular text.

  3. Can I quote multiple paragraphs using Markdown?

    Yes, to quote multiple paragraphs, place the greater-than symbol and a space before each paragraph you want to include.