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whatsapp-styler

Format outgoing WhatsApp messages with bold, italic, and monospace syntax.

1|Updated Feb 15, 2026
Search Tags:#messaging#formatting#syntax#whatsapp#clean text
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rustykuntz/rocie-tools --skill whatsapp-styler
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: whatsapp-styler
Source: https://github.com/rustykuntz/rocie-tools/tree/main/skills/whatsapp-styler
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rustykuntz/rocie-tools --skill whatsapp-styler

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill ensures that messages sent via WhatsApp are formatted correctly for easy reading on mobile devices, preventing the display of raw markdown characters.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • WhatsApp Syntax Enforcement: Applies specific formatting rules for bold, italic, strikethrough, monospace, lists, and quotes.
  • Prohibits Markdown Bloat: Avoids the use of headers, tables, and horizontal rules that do not render well on WhatsApp.
  • Use Case: When sending a message with a code snippet or a list of instructions to a contact, this skill will ensure it appears as intended without any formatting errors.

Quick Start

Format the following text for WhatsApp: This is bold, this is italic, and this is code.

Frequently Asked Questions about whatsapp-styler

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I format text for WhatsApp so bold and italic display correctly on mobile?▼

To format text for WhatsApp, use single asterisks for bold, single underscores for italic, and triple backticks for monospace. This enforces strict WhatsApp syntax rules, ensuring clean mobile reading without raw markdown characters appearing.

Why do my markdown headers and tables show up as raw text in WhatsApp messages?▼

WhatsApp messages display raw text because the platform does not support markdown headers, tables, or horizontal rules. You must prohibit this markdown bloat and use only native WhatsApp formatting syntax to ensure messages render cleanly.

What is the correct WhatsApp syntax for strikethrough and monospace text?▼

The correct WhatsApp syntax for strikethrough is tildes, while monospace requires triple backticks. Applying these specific formatting rules ensures that code snippets and text variations appear as intended for human-to-human communication.

Can I use standard markdown formatting in WhatsApp without showing raw syntax characters?▼

You cannot use standard markdown formatting in WhatsApp without showing raw characters. WhatsApp requires specific syntax enforcement, such as single asterisks for bold instead of double, to prevent markdown bloat and display errors.

What is the best way to send code snippets and lists via WhatsApp without formatting errors?▼

The best way to send code snippets and lists via WhatsApp is to apply strict WhatsApp syntax formatting. This means using triple backticks for monospace code and native list characters, preventing formatting errors and ensuring clean text appearance.

Does WhatsApp formatting support horizontal rules and markdown tables for structured messages?▼

WhatsApp formatting does not support horizontal rules or markdown tables for structured messages. You must avoid these unsupported elements and apply clean text formatting rules to guarantee the message is readable on mobile devices.

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