Formatting Notes

Make your notes more readable and organized with proper formatting.

Text Formatting

Basic Formatting

  • Bold text for emphasis
  • Italic text for subtle emphasis
  • Code formatting for technical terms
  • Strikethrough for removed content

Structure Elements

  • Headings to organize sections
  • Bullet points for lists
  • Numbered lists for sequences
  • Block quotes for important passages

Organization Features

Headings & Sections

  • H1, H2, H3 headings for hierarchy
  • Section breaks for topics
  • Consistent structure across notes
  • Easy navigation within long notes

Lists & Tables

  • Bullet points for unordered items
  • Numbered lists for steps
  • Checklists for tasks
  • Simple tables for data

Visual Enhancements

Highlighting

  • Important passages for quick reference
  • Action items to track tasks
  • Key decisions for follow-up
  • Questions that need answers

Spacing and Layout

  • Line breaks for readability
  • Paragraph spacing for flow
  • Indentation for hierarchy
  • White space for visual clarity

Formatting Best Practices

1

Start with structure

Use headings to outline main topics before adding details
2

Use consistent formatting

Apply the same formatting patterns across all your notes
3

Emphasize strategically

Use bold and italics sparingly for maximum impact
4

Create scannable content

Use bullet points and short paragraphs for easy reading
Well-formatted notes are easier to review and share with others
Cleft’s AI can help suggest formatting improvements during note regeneration