Reddit allows users to hide portions of text behind “spoiler tags” which obscure the content until clicked. This is useful for hiding plot details or sensitive information in discussions. Adding spoiler tags is easy using Reddit’s markdown formatting.
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When To Use Spoiler Tags
Use spoiler tags when you want to:
- Discuss movie/TV plots without ruining surprises
- Share solutions to puzzles or riddles
- Hide sensitive or explicit text
- Block sections users may want to skip
Spoiler tags are courteous, allowing discussions without unwanted reveals.
How To Add Spoiler Tags
Reddit has two methods for adding spoiler tags:
Fancy Pants Editor
New Reddit’s default Fancy Pants editor features a dedicated Spoiler button:
- Highlight the text you want to hide
- Click the Spoiler button (appears as an exclamation point in a circle)
- The selected text will now render blocked out
This method is the simplest way to add spoiler tags.
Markdown Syntax
To precisely control spoiler tags, use Reddit Markdown:
- Surround text with
>!and!< - For example:
>!Darth Vader is Luke's father!< - The text between the tags will appear blocked out
You can spoiler tag a portion of a sentence by only wrapping the desired part.
To use Markdown, switch from Fancy Pants to Markdown mode in the editor.
Spoiler Tag Code Blocks
To block multiple paragraphs or code blocks, put >! before and !< after the block:
>!
This is a test
With multiple paragraphs
and code
testing spoiler tags
>!The above Markdown will spoiler the entire block.
Spoiler Tags On Mobile
Adding spoiler tags on mobile works the same way using Markdown:
- Surround text with
>!and!< - Tap Post to publish the comment with spoiler tags
Mobile does not have the Fancy Pants editor with the dedicated Spoiler button.
Remember The Rules
When adding spoiler tags:
- No spaces between the tags and text
- Check tag placement before posting
- Use judiciously and only when appropriate
Careful formatting is needed for the tags to render properly.
Why Use Spoiler Tags
Spoiler tags are an easy way to:
- Be considerate of others
- Foster open discussions
- Hide text from unwanted viewers
- Keep your content accessible
Using spoiler tags contributes to a better Reddit community for all.
So whether you’re discussing games, TV, secrets or more – keep spoiler tags in mind!
