Format Text in Messages - DingTalk Help Center

Rich text formatting helps make longer messages easier to read. Use it when you need to share updates, summarize work, or send a list of next steps. Formatted messages are especially helpful in group chats where readers need to scan information quickly.

Open a conversation.
Click Aa in the message composer.

The rich text toolbar appears above the input box.

Formatting options

Option	Use it to
Body	Choose the text style.
Bold	Emphasize important words.
Text Color	Highlight selected text.
Italic	Add light emphasis.
Strikethrough	Mark text as no longer valid.
Bulleted List	Create an unordered list.
Numbered List	Create an ordered list.
Link	Add a hyperlink.
Clear Formatting	Remove formatting from selected text.

Send a formatted message

Click Aa.
Type your message.
Select the text you want to format.
Choose a formatting option from the toolbar.
Click Send.

Formatting tips

Use Bold for key points or deadlines.
Use lists for action items or status updates.
Use Link when you want to include a reference without pasting a long URL into the message.
Use Clear Formatting if copied text brings in unwanted styles.