reStructuredText (reST) is the default plaintext markup language used by both Docutils and Sphinx. Docutils provides the basic reStructuredText syntax, while Sphinx extends this to …

reStructuredText (RST, ReST, or reST) is a plain-text markup language primarily used for technical documentation and other textual data. It serves a similar role as Markdown but …

This section is a brief introduction to reStructuredText (reST) concepts and syntax, intended to provide authors with enough information to author documents productively.

Jun 2, 2025 · The primary goal of reStructuredText is to define and implement a markup syntax for use in Python docstrings and other documentation domains, that is readable and simple, …

In this chapter we saw the reStructuredText syntax for our most common text needs. We saw how paragraphs were defined, the importance of empty lines and indentation, and the use of …

reStructuredText is a lightweight markup language that is used in static site generators like Sphinx. It contains robust tools for semantic markup, reusing content, and content filters for …

Sep 13, 2025 · Paragraphs are flush-left, separated by blank lines. Block quotes are indented. Line blocks preserve line breaks & indents. Useful for addresses, verse, and adornment-free …

reStructuredText uses backslashes (“\”) to override the special meaning given to markup characters and get the literal characters themselves. To get a literal backslash, use an …

For comprehensiveness, the content in this document is largely drawn directly from the reStructuredText technical specification [1]. A great overview to reStructuredText can be found …

If you starting writing in reStructuredText, you will find it’s not always intuitive. In this guide, you’ll find explanation in plain English of syntax, elementary concepts and important pitfalls to avoid.