Copy‑Paste Formatting: What Gets Lost and Why
Why formatting disappears
Most apps strip rich formatting when you paste content. That’s why bold styling often disappears—unless the bold is part of the text itself (Unicode bold characters).
What gets lost vs what survives
| Formatting type | Usually preserved? | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Rich bold (toolbar) | ❌ Often stripped | bold |
| Unicode bold characters | ✅ Usually preserved | 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱 |
| Emoji | ✅ Preserved | 😀 |
| Custom fonts | ❌ App‑dependent | Fancy font |
Common copy‑paste issues
- Bold disappears after paste
- Extra spaces or broken line breaks
- Glyphs look different across devices
Fixes that work
- Paste as plain text when possible
- Copy directly from the generator
- Shorten the bold line if spacing looks uneven
- Test on mobile and desktop
Quick test phrases
- 𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦
- 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗜𝗢
- 𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟯 𝗧𝗜𝗣𝗦
- 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘
FAQ
Q: Why does bold vanish when I paste?
A: Many editors strip rich formatting. Unicode bold stays because it’s part of the text itself.
Q: Why do letters look different after paste?
A: Each device uses a different system font, so glyphs can appear heavier or lighter.
Q: What’s the safest method?
A: Use Unicode bold for short headings and paste as plain text when needed.
Final tip
If you want bold text that survives copy‑paste, use Unicode bold. It’s the most reliable way to keep emphasis across platforms.