Blockquotes

Blockquotes are perfect for highlighting important information, citations, and callout sections in your Markdown documents.

Basic Blockquote Syntax

Simple Blockquote

> This is a blockquote.

Result:

This is a blockquote.

Multi-line Blockquotes

> This is a longer blockquote that spans
> multiple lines. Each line starts with
> the greater-than symbol.

Result:

This is a longer blockquote that spans multiple lines. Each line starts with the greater-than symbol.

Lazy Formatting

> You can also write blockquotes
> like this, where only the first line
> needs the > symbol.

Result:

You can also write blockquotes like this, where only the first line needs the > symbol.

Nested Blockquotes

Multiple Levels

> This is the first level of quoting.
>
> > This is nested blockquote.
>
> Back to the first level.

Result:

This is the first level of quoting.

This is nested blockquote.

Back to the first level.

Deep Nesting

> Level 1
>
> > Level 2
> >
> > > Level 3
> > >
> > > > Level 4

Result:

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Blockquotes with Formatting

Formatted Text

> **Important:** This is a _crucial_ point to remember.
>
> You can use `code` and other formatting inside blockquotes.

Result:

Important: This is a crucial point to remember.

You can use code and other formatting inside blockquotes.

Lists in Blockquotes

> ## Key Points
>
> 1. First important point
> 2. Second important point
> 3. Third important point
>
> - Additional note
> - Another consideration

Result:

Key Points

1. First important point

2. Second important point

3. Third important point

• Additional note
• Another consideration

Code in Blockquotes

> Here's how to use the function:
>
> ```javascript
> function greet(name) {
>   return `Hello, ${name}!`;
> }
> ```
>
> Remember to handle edge cases.

Result:

Here's how to use the function:

function greet(name) { return `Hello, ${name}!`; }

Remember to handle edge cases.

Practical Examples

Warnings and Notes

> ⚠️ **Warning:** This action cannot be undone. Make sure to backup your data before proceeding.

> 💡 **Tip:** Use keyboard shortcuts to speed up your workflow. Press `Ctrl+S` to save frequently.

> 📝 **Note:** This feature is only available in the premium version.

> ❌ **Error:** Connection failed. Check your internet connection and try again.

Result:

⚠️ Warning: This action cannot be undone. Make sure to backup your data before proceeding.

💡 Tip: Use keyboard shortcuts to speed up your workflow. Press Ctrl+S to save frequently.

📝 Note: This feature is only available in the premium version.

❌ Error: Connection failed. Check your internet connection and try again.

Citations and Quotes

> "The best way to predict the future is to invent it."
>
> — _Alan Kay_

> "Code is like humor. When you have to explain it, it's bad."
>
> — _Cory House_

Result:

"The best way to predict the future is to invent it."

— Alan Kay

"Code is like humor. When you have to explain it, it's bad."

— Cory House

Documentation Callouts

> ## Prerequisites
>
> Before starting this tutorial, make sure you have:
>
> - Node.js 16+ installed
> - Basic knowledge of JavaScript
> - A code editor (VS Code recommended)

> ## What You'll Learn
>
> By the end of this guide, you'll be able to:
>
> 1. Set up a development environment
> 2. Create your first application
> 3. Deploy to production

Result:

Prerequisites

Before starting this tutorial, make sure you have:

• Node.js 16+ installed
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript
• A code editor (VS Code recommended)

What You'll Learn

By the end of this guide, you'll be able to:

1. Set up a development environment
2. Create your first application
3. Deploy to production

API Documentation

> ## Response Format
>
> All API responses follow this structure:
>
> ```json
> {
>   "success": boolean,
>   "data": object,
>   "message": string,
>   "timestamp": string
> }
> ```
>
> The `data` field contains the actual response payload.

Result:

Response Format

All API responses follow this structure:

{ "success": boolean, "data": object, "message": string, "timestamp": string }

The data field contains the actual response payload.

Advanced Blockquote Techniques

Conversation Format

> **Alice:** How do we implement user authentication?
>
> **Bob:** We can use JWT tokens for stateless authentication.
>
> > **Alice:** That sounds good. What about refresh tokens?
> >
> > **Bob:** Yes, we should implement those for better security.

Result:

Alice: How do we implement user authentication?

Bob: We can use JWT tokens for stateless authentication.

Alice: That sounds good. What about refresh tokens?

Bob: Yes, we should implement those for better security.

Step-by-Step Processes

> ### Installation Steps
>
> 1. **Download** the installer from our website
>
>    > Make sure to choose the correct version for your operating system.
>
> 2. **Run** the installer with administrator privileges
>
>    > On Windows, right-click and select "Run as administrator"
>
> 3. **Follow** the installation wizard
>
>    > Accept the license agreement and choose installation directory

Result:

Installation Steps

1. Download the installer from our website

   Make sure to choose the correct version for your operating system.

2. Run the installer with administrator privileges

   On Windows, right-click and select "Run as administrator"

3. Follow the installation wizard

   Accept the license agreement and choose installation directory

Best Practices

1. Use for Emphasis

Use blockquotes to highlight important information:

✅ Good:

> **Important:** Always backup your data before making changes.

❌ Overuse:

> This is regular content that doesn't need emphasis.
>
> > This is also regular content.
> >
> > > And this too.

2. Keep It Readable

Don't overcomplicate nested blockquotes:

✅ Clear:

> Main point
>
> > Supporting detail

❌ Confusing:

> > > > Too many levels make it hard to read

3. Consistent Formatting

Use consistent styles for similar content:

✅ Consistent:

> 💡 **Tip:** First helpful tip

> 💡 **Tip:** Second helpful tip

Common Use Cases

Documentation

• Warnings and cautions
• Prerequisites and requirements
• Key concepts and definitions
• Examples and code snippets

Blog Posts

• Quotes from interviews
• Pull quotes for emphasis
• Reader testimonials
• Important announcements

Technical Writing

• API responses
• Configuration examples
• Error messages
• Best practices

Platform-Specific Features

GitHub

• Supports all standard blockquote features
• Works well with emoji for callouts
• Integrates with issue/PR templates

GitLab

• Similar to GitHub
• Supports nested blockquotes
• Good for wiki documentation

Notion

• Blockquotes become callout blocks
• Can be styled with different colors
• Support icons and formatting

Quick Reference

Blockquotes are powerful tools for emphasis – use them to make important information stand out and improve document structure!