Quote blocks are a simple way to make a document easier to read.
Use them to elaborate on your main content, highlight a key message, or set an important note apart from the rest of the text.
This guide walks you through everything you can do with quote blocks in Lark Docs on desktop — adding, converting, moving, copying, and removing them.
Note: Only text and images can be added to quote blocks. Other content types, such as tables, spreadsheets, and Base, are not supported.
How to Add a Quote Block
Open your document. You can either add a blank quote block or convert existing content into one.
Add a Blank Quote Block
There are several ways to insert a fresh quote block — pick whichever feels most natural to you.
- Toolbar: Hover over the beginning of a blank line, click the + icon on the left, then click the Quote icon in the toolbar.
- Slash command: At the beginning of a blank line, type /quote, then click Quote.
- Markdown syntax: Enter > at the beginning of a blank line, then press the spacebar.
- Keyboard shortcut: Press Ctrl + Shift + > (Windows) or Command + Shift + > (Mac) when the cursor is at the beginning of a blank line.
- Insert below content: Hover over any content, click the drag handle icon on the left, then click Insert Below and the Quote icon to add a blank quote block beneath it.
Tip: The Markdown method (> then space) is the fastest once you get used to it — no menus, no clicking, just type and go.
Convert Existing Content Into a Quote Block
Already written something you want to quote? Convert it in place using any of these methods:
- Block menu: Hover over any content, click the drag handle icon on the left, then click the Quote icon in the toolbar.
- Slash command: Press the spacebar at any position in the existing content, type /quote, and click Quote. Remember to manually delete the space you entered afterwards.
- Markdown syntax: Enter > at the beginning of the line of existing content, then press the spacebar.
- Keyboard shortcut: Press Ctrl + Shift + > (Windows) or Command + Shift + > (Mac).
Note: When using the slash command to convert existing content, you will need to manually delete the extra space you typed before /quote.
How to Move a Quote Block
To reposition a quote block, hover over it, then drag the handle icon on the left to move it wherever you need.
How to Copy a Quote Block
- To keep the quote style: Select the entire quote block, press Ctrl + C (Windows) or Command + C (Mac) to copy, then press Ctrl + V or Command + V to paste at the target location.
- To paste as plain text instead: Either select part of the content in the quote block and copy or paste it (it will convert to plain text automatically), or hover over the quote block, click the drag handle icon, click Copy in the toolbar, then paste — the pasted content will convert to plain text.
How to Unquote Content
When you no longer want a quote block, you can convert it back to normal content in a few ways.
- Backspace method: Place the cursor at the start of the quote block, then press Backspace (Windows) or Delete (Mac).
- Toolbar toggle: Hover over the quote block, click the drag handle icon on the left, then click the Quote icon in the toolbar to toggle it off.
- Multiple sections at once: Select the content, then click the T icon > Quote in the toolbar to unquote several sections together.
When to Use Quote Blocks
Quote blocks are more than decoration — they guide your reader’s eye. Here are practical ways to use them:
- Highlight key takeaways: Pull out the single most important message of a section so it stands out.
- Add side notes: Separate supporting context or reminders from the main flow of the document.
- Feature a quotation: Set apart a customer testimonial, a leadership message, or a reference from another source.
- Improve scannability: Break up long stretches of text so busy readers can find the essentials faster.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I add a quote block in Lark Docs?
On a blank line, click the + icon and choose the Quote icon, type /quote, or enter > followed by a space. You can also press Ctrl + Shift + > (Windows) or Command + Shift + > (Mac).
What content can I add to a quote block?
Only text and images are supported in quote blocks. Tables, spreadsheets, and Base cannot be added.
How do I turn a quote block back into normal text?
Place the cursor at the start of the quote block and press Backspace (Windows) or Delete (Mac), or use the Quote icon in the toolbar to toggle it off. To unquote several sections, select them and choose the T icon > Quote.
Can I copy a quote block and keep its style?
Yes. Select the whole quote block, copy it with Ctrl + C or Command + C, and paste it with Ctrl + V or Command + V. If you copy only part of the content, it will paste as plain text.
How do I move a quote block in my document?
Hover over the quote block and drag the handle icon on the left to reposition it anywhere in your document.
Make Your Documents Easier to Read
Quote blocks are a small formatting tool with a big impact on readability.
Whether you are highlighting a key point, adding a side note, or featuring a quotation, they help your most important messages stand out — so your readers always know what matters most.
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