---
title: "Getting Started with Content Blocks"
description: "Writing in WYSIWYG editor with Markdown, HTML, code, embed & quote blocks to enhance content."
url: "https://support.helpdocs.io/article/ne4azki1bb-getting-started-with-content-blocks"
category: "Content Blocks"
updated_at: "2024-06-11T11:44:25Z"
---

# Getting Started with Content Blocks

Writing in HelpDocs' **What You See Is What You Get** (WYSIWYG) editor comes with a bunch of formatting options. Whether it's writing in [Markdown](/article/rndx3hpw3c-understanding-markdown-blocks) or dropping [custom HTML](/article/7ogotuxka7-adding-a-html-block) right into your articles there's a bunch of things you can do to make your copy sparkle ✨

### Finding Content Blocks

![](https://files.helpdocs.io/Ytt2uahFxY/articles/ne4azki1bb/1611742582628/blocks-button.gif)

1. Head to the article editor
2. Click on **Blocks** in the toolbar
3. You'll find all the Content Blocks listed in the dropdown

### Understanding Each Content Block

HelpDocs **Content Blocks** are a great place to start adding all the pizazz that'll help you engage your visitors.

- [Markdown Blocks](/article/rndx3hpw3c-understanding-markdown-blocks). Perfect for people who love writing in Markdown. Markdown blocks convert GitHub-flavored Markdown syntax into a readable article. 📝
- [HTML Blocks](/article/7ogotuxka7-adding-a-html-block). Add a little pizzazz with custom HTML elements like buttons, accordions, and embedded forms. ✨
- [Code Blocks](/article/cawCwa96DN-using-syntax-highlighting). Highlight large sections of code and make it easy for dev teams to implement solutions. Great for technical documentation 👩‍💻
- [Embed Blocks](/article/RTZN8ACO5R-can-i-embed-files-into-help-docs). Want to add a video? There's a block for that too! Break up your articles with an embedded video like the one above 📹
- [Quote Blocks](/article/zx0up01oh0-using-quotes). These help you draw attention to a specific part of your copy. 👀