How to Add a Code Block to a Document in Linear
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Code blocks help you display code snippets clearly within your Linear documents. Follow these steps to insert a code block and apply syntax highlighting.
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Here's how to add a code block to a document in Linear
- Open Document and Position Cursor
Navigate to the Linear document where you wish to add a code block. Click to place your cursor at the exact location where the code block should appear.
- Open the Command Menu
With your cursor positioned, type a forward slash (/) into the document. This action will open a contextual command menu with various formatting options.
- Insert Code Block
From the command menu that appears, locate and select the 'Code block' option. This will insert an empty code block into your document at the cursor's position.
- Add Code Content
Once the code block is inserted, you can start typing or pasting your code directly into it. The block is designed to format code clearly.
- Select Language for Highlighting
To enable syntax highlighting, click on the 'Plaintext' dropdown menu within the code block. Choose the appropriate programming language from the list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can open the command menu by typing a forward slash (/) anywhere in your document where you want to insert content or apply formatting.
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