The Text component is the most fundamental building block for adding written content to a page. It supports rich text formatting, hyperlinks, tables, and small subheadings, making it the right choice for any general body content that does not need a more specialized component.
When to use the Text component
Reach for the Text component whenever you need to add written content that does not fit into a more specific component (like a Callout, Blockquote, or Accordion). Common use cases include:
- Body paragraphs that make up the bulk of a page
- Content broken up by smaller subheadings
- Lists, including bulleted and numbered
- Simple tables of information
- A short standalone paragraph between two other components
If your content is just a single sentence or two of introductory text at the top of the page, the Intro component is usually a better fit. If your content is a prominent piece of information that should stand out, consider a Callout or Hero instead.
Text and other components work together
You can place multiple Text components on a single page, with other components stacked between them. There is no need to fit everything into one large Text block. Breaking content up into smaller Text components, separated by images, callouts, or other media, often makes a page easier to read and easier to edit later.