How do I format messages in the text area?

How do I format messages in the text composer?

You can format your messages according to your needs in Zoho Cliq. Use the text composer to create a formatted message:
  1. Type your text.
  2. Select the text you want to format.
  3. Apply the following formatting options available in the pop-up:
    • Bold
    • Italics
    • Strike
    • Quote
    • Underline
    • Hyperlink

  1. For more formatting options, select the formatting icon in the bottom-right corner.
Here, you'll see all your formatting options available. Additionally, you will find the blockquote and markdowns option.
NotesNote: The keyboard shortcuts of each markdown will also be displayed for users to execute.
You can also quote message in the conversation by clicking on a word or selecting a line. This will display a quote message icon. Click on the icon to insert the selected text as a block quote, making it a reference to your message.


To view the markdowns:
  • In the composer, click on M↓ icon in the top-right corner of the formatting option.
  • A pop-up with a list of markdowns will be available.
To format messages in:
  • Bold: To bold a section of the text, enclose with the asterisk (*).
Example : *Hello Jacob. How are you?*
  • Headings: For H1 precede the text with a # followed by a space, for H3 precede the text with ### followed by a space.
Example : # Hello Jacob. How are you?
Example : ### Hello Jacob. How are you?
 
Notes
Note:
  1. You can have a maximum of six headings, and you must put a space between the hashtag and header text.
  2. The number of hashtags in the text depends on which heading you want the text to be.
  • Italics: To italicize a section of the text, enclose with the underscore (_).
Example : _Hello Jacob. How are you?_
  • Strike: To strike a section of the text, enclose with the tilde symbol (~).
Example : ~Hello Jacob. How are you?!~
  • Underline: To underline a section of the text, enclose with two underscores (__).
Example : __Hello Jacob. How are you?!__
  • Quote: To quote a section of the text, enclose with the backtick.
Example : `Hello Jacob. How are you?`
  • Blockquote: To blockquote a section of the text, use exclamatory (!) before the word/sentence.
Example: !Hello Jacob. How are you?
  • Hyperlink: To insert a link into display text, enclose the display text with the square bracket[ ] and the link with parentheses( ).
Example: Hello Jacob. Read this article [How to increase sales](enter url here)
  • Code Snippet: This creates a box that displays text inside, enclose the text with 3 backticks (```).
Example: ```Hello Jacob. How are you?```
  • Horizontal Line: To insert a horizontal line between lines of text, use three hyphens (---)
IdeaTip: You can also press your Enter key twice to insert a horizontal line.  

In addition to text formatting, the Zoho Cliq's text composer offers several other features for users:
  • Attach files
  • Voice messages
  • Video messages
  • Screen record
  • Writing assistant
  • Commands
  • Bot menu actions (available only in extension bots)
  • Schedule messages
  • Chat summary

Mobile (iOS and Android)

You can format your messages on your iOS and Android devices by doing the following:

iOS  

  1. Select the text you want to format. Tap on the Format option.
  2. Select a formatting option from the list displayed.
  3. The formatted text will appear in the composer before sending.

 Android 

  1. Select the text you want to format. Click on the More icon.
  2. Select a formatting option from the list displayed.
  3. The formatted text will appear in the composer before sending.