How do I make an emphasis in WhatsApp?

How do I make an emphasis in WhatsApp - briefly?

To emphasize text in WhatsApp, you can use asterisks (*) or underscores (_) before and after the word or phrase you want to highlight. For example: important* or emphasis.

How do I make an emphasis in WhatsApp - in detail?

To emphasize text in WhatsApp, you have several options depending on the platform and the version of the app you are using. Here’s a detailed guide to help you effectively highlight your messages:

Using Italics

1. iOS Devices: To italicize text, place an underscore (_) before and after the word or phrase you want to emphasize. For example, _italics_ will appear as italics.
2. Android Devices: The same method applies for Android users. Place an underscore before and after the text: _italics_.

Using Bold Text

1. iOS Devices: To make text bold, use asterisks (*) before and after the word or phrase. For instance, `*bold*` will appear as bold.
2. Android Devices: Similarly, use asterisks to create bold text: *bold*.

Combining Italics and Bold

You can also combine italics and bold to further emphasize your message. For example:

• iOS and Android: _*bolditalics*_ will appear as bolditalics.

Strikethrough Text

To add a strikethrough effect, use tildes (~) before and after the text:

• iOS and Android: ~strikethrough~ will appear as strikethrough.

Monospace Text

For monospace formatting, which preserves both spaces and line breaks, use backticks (`) before and after the text:

• iOS and Android: monospaced will appear as monospaced.

Bullet Points and Numbered Lists

WhatsApp also supports creating lists within messages.

1. Bullet Points: Use an asterisk (*) followed by a space to create a bullet point list. For example:

   * Item 1
   * Item 2
   * Item 3

2. Numbered Lists: Use numbers followed by a period and a space to create a numbered list. For instance:

   1. First item
   2. Second item
   3. Third item

Using Emojis for Emphasis

Emojis can also be used to add emphasis or convey emotion in your messages. Simply select the emoji you want to use from the emoji keyboard and insert it into your message.

By using these formatting options, you can effectively emphasize parts of your WhatsApp messages, making them more engaging and easier to read.