Slash Commands in Workflowy

Slash commands offer a quick way to insert content and apply formatting.

To use a slash command:

1. Type / in any bullet.

2. Select from the command menu that appears, such as:

   • /date – Insert the current date

   • /tag – Add a tag

   • /divider – Add a visual separator

   • /mirror – Create a mirrored bullet

As you type, Workflowy will suggest matching commands.

Current slash commands:

Slash Command	Function	Example
/date	Inserts the current date	/date -> July 16, 2025
/tag	Adds a tag to the bullet	/tag -> #project
/divider	Adds a horizontal line divider	/divider -> __________________
/comment	Adds a comment to the bullet	/comment -> opens comment box
/mirror	Creates a mirrored bullet	/mirror -> select from list
/note	Adds a note below the bullet	/note -> opens note field
/kanban	Converts a list into a Kanban board	/kanban -> creates columns
/todo	Adds a checkbox to the bullet	/todo -> [ ] task box
/bold	Formats selected text as bold	/bold -> **bold**
/italic	Formats selected text as italic	/italic -> *italic*
/underline	Underlines selected text (visual only)	/underline -> text underlined
/strikethrough	Strikes through selected text	/strikethrough -> text