#1

Steps to reproduce

Type

[ ] or [x] in editor mode
switch to preview mode

Expected result

The [ ] should display a empty check box and [x] should display a filled check box

Actual result

they both appear as typed

Environment

  • Operating system: Windows
  • Obsidian version: 0.6.5
  • Using custom CSS: No

Additional information

image

#2

This is not a bug.
In markdown the syntax for a list with checkboxes is

- [ ] Unchecked
- [x] checked
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#3

That is to say that there needs to be a bullet/dash at the start of the line in order for it register?

#4

yes, correct!

#5