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BBCode & Formatting

BBCode is the key to formatting, embedding elements and other advanced functionality across World Anvil. And it's easy to learn! These guides and tutorials go through everything you'll need.

How to use text alignment options in your articles

How to customize your article's layout

How to set and embed the current world date in your articles

How to embed your Discord server in your world

How to embed PDFs in your articles

How to embed parts of your meta section

How to link to a historical entry

How to link to a timeline

How to add follow buttons for your world and your profile

How to embed a link to your world

How to generate lists of tagged articles and statblocks

How to use tables of contents

How to create tables with BBCode

How to create anchor links or jump links in your articles

How to add hidden comments to your articles

How to use lists in your articles

Feature Guide to BBCode Formatting

BBCode allows you to format, embed items, hides things, and a hundred other useful things! This guide shows you how.

How to link articles with the mention system

How to create mouse-over tooltips in your articles

How to add quotes to your articles

How to create redacted text with BBCode

How to embed media players in your article

How to use icons in your articles

How to embed rollable dice into your article

How to create columns in your articles

How to embed statblocks in your articles

How to use spoilers to create hidden collapsible text

How to create custom containers and sections

How to embed an article block link

How to add colored text to your articles

How to link to external pages from your articles

How to create custom side panel fields with BBCode