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Complete guide to
Writi's building blocks

Master every block type, slash command, and shortcut. From simple text to complex databases, learn how to build documents that adapt to your thinking.

15+ Block Types

Text, lists, databases, media, code blocks and more

Slash Commands

Type / to access all blocks and AI features instantly

Keyboard Shortcuts

Work at the speed of thought with powerful shortcuts

Every block type you need

From simple text to complex databases, master all 15+ block types

Text Blocks

Basic text formatting and structure

Paragraph

Standard text block for writing content

SHORTCUT
Type to create
EXAMPLE
This is a paragraph block. Perfect for writing your thoughts, explanations, and general content.

Heading 1

Large heading for page titles

SHORTCUT
# + space
EXAMPLE
# Main Page Title

Heading 2

Section headers

SHORTCUT
## + space
EXAMPLE
## Section Header

Heading 3

Subsection headers

SHORTCUT
### + space
EXAMPLE
### Subsection

Quote

Highlight important text or citations

SHORTCUT
> + space
EXAMPLE
> This is a quote block. Use it to highlight important information or cite sources.

Callout

Highlighted information box

SHORTCUT
/callout
EXAMPLE
💡 This is a callout block. Perfect for tips, warnings, or important notes.
Slash Commands

Type / for instant access

Access any block type, AI feature, or command with a simple slash

Text & Format

/textCreate a text block
/heading1Large heading
/heading2Medium heading
/heading3Small heading
/quoteCreate a quote block
/calloutHighlighted info box

Lists

/bulletBulleted list
/numberedNumbered list
/todoTo-do list with checkboxes

Database

/tableCreate a table
/boardKanban board view
/galleryGallery view

Media

/imageUpload or embed image
/videoEmbed video
/fileUpload any file
/bookmarkWeb bookmark

Code

/codeCode block with syntax highlighting
/javascriptJavaScript code block
/pythonPython code block
/typescriptTypeScript code block

AI

/askAsk AI anything
/continueContinue writing with AI
/improveImprove selected text
/summarizeSummarize content

Interactive

/commentAdd a comment
/linkLink to another page
/dividerVisual divider line

Pro Tip

Type / anywhere in your document to see all available commands with live search. Use arrow keys to navigate and Enter to select.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Work at the speed of
thought

Master these shortcuts to edit, navigate, and create content without lifting your hands from the keyboard

Basic Editing

Cmd+B
Bold text
Cmd+I
Italic text
Cmd+U
Underline text
Cmd+Shift+X
Strikethrough
Cmd+K
Add link
Cmd+Z
Undo
Cmd+Shift+Z
Redo

Block Actions

Enter
Create new block
Backspace
Delete empty block
Tab
Indent block
Shift+Tab
Outdent block
Cmd+Shift+D
Duplicate block
Cmd+Shift+↑
Move block up
Cmd+Shift+↓
Move block down

Navigation

Cmd+P
Quick search
Cmd+Shift+P
Command palette
Cmd+\
Toggle sidebar
Cmd+/
Toggle comments
Esc
Exit block selection

Text Formatting

Cmd+Opt+1
Heading 1
Cmd+Opt+2
Heading 2
Cmd+Opt+3
Heading 3
Cmd+Shift+7
Numbered list
Cmd+Shift+8
Bulleted list
Cmd+Shift+9
To-do list

AI & Advanced

Cmd+J
Ask AI
Cmd+Shift+A
Continue writing
Cmd+E
Code block
Cmd+Shift+M
Math block
Cmd+Opt+C
Add comment
Ctrl

On Windows and Linux, replace Cmd with Ctrl

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