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text(content: str)

The text function allows you to display formatted text or Markdown in your application. It’s perfect for creating titles, headers, paragraphs, and more using the power of Markdown syntax.

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Parameters

• content (str): The string containing text or Markdown to be rendered.
• size (float): (Optional) The width of the component in a row. Defaults to 1.0 (full row). See the Layout Guide for details.

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Usage Example

Here’s an example of how to use the text function:

from preswald import text

# Display a Markdown header
text("# Welcome to Preswald")

# Display a paragraph
text("This is a **formatted text** example using Markdown.")

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Markdown Support

The text function supports the full range of Markdown syntax, including:

• Headers: # for H1, ## for H2, and so on.
• Emphasis: *italic*, **bold**, ~~strikethrough~~.
• Lists:
  • Unordered: - Item 1, - Item 2
  • Ordered: 1. Item 1, 2. Item 2
• Links: [Link text](https://example.com)
• Code blocks:

  ```python
  print("Hello, world!")
  ```
  

• And more!

Experiment with the possibilities to make your content dynamic and engaging. 🎨