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Markdown Blockquote: Syntax, Nested Quotes and Styling

To create a blockquote in Markdown, prefix the line with a greater-than symbol (>) followed by a space. You can nest quotes by adding multiple greater-than symbols (>>).

Syntax Code Snippet
> This is a standard Markdown blockquote.
> It can span multiple lines.
>
>> This is a nested blockquote inside the first quote.
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This is a standard Markdown blockquote.
It can span multiple lines.
This is a nested blockquote inside the first quote.

Platform Compatibility & Differences

GitHub (GFM):

Fully supported. GitHub also supports special callouts like `> [!NOTE]` and `> [!WARNING]`.

Discord Chat:

Supported with `>` at the beginning of a line. Nested quotes are not supported on Discord.

Reddit:

Supported using standard `>` syntax in Markdown mode.

Jupyter Notebooks:

Supported in Markdown cells and renders standard HTML `<blockquote>` tags.

How to Use Markdown Blockquote

  1. Copy the ready-to-use Blockquote syntax snippet below.
  2. Inspect the rendered live preview in both light and dark themes.
  3. Review platform compatibility differences for GitHub, Discord, Reddit, and Jupyter notebooks.
  4. Check common pitfalls and copy formatted snippets directly.

Practical Examples

Blockquote Syntax Pattern

Blockquotes are used to cite external material, call out important information, or format replies in forum discussions.

Input:
> This is a standard Markdown blockquote.
> It can span multiple lines.
>
>> This is a nested blockquote inside the first quote.
Output:
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Common Mistakes & Troubleshooting

  • Forgetting the space after the `>` character.
  • Leaving out a blank `>` line between separated paragraphs in the same quote block.
  • Assuming empty lines break the quote without an explicit paragraph separation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add multiple paragraphs inside a Markdown blockquote?

Include a line with just `>` between the paragraphs to preserve the quote formatting across paragraphs.

Can I put Markdown formatting like bold or links inside a quote?

Yes! You can include bold (`**bold**`), italic (`*italic*`), inline code (`` `code` ``), and hyperlinks inside blockquotes.