insert mark down checkbox into richtext field using automation

Question

I have tried a dozen different ideas to add a checkbox to a richtext field.

The text is rendered as a static "[" "]".  I have tried many combinations of syntax.

I can edit the work item and use the Wysiwyg editor by typing [] or using the tool bar.

BUT

I have a use case that can use automation to speed up a very manual task,

based on values in other fields, I want to add check boxes to a specific field.

Bill Sheboy · Answer

Hi @Barry Steinberg

That feature is not supported with the built-in markdown rules can use...the same as many of the rich text macros.

I recall there is an open suggestion to add the feature, and a workaround may be possible using the REST API with the Atlassian Document Format (ADF) syntax to add a task list item.

Kind regards,
Bill