A note of reference, explanation, or comment usually placed below the text.

Short description

Footnote can be used when you have additional information (a note) to the main text. A note character (such as a number or an asterisk) is added to the text. The note is then repeated below the main text, followed by the additional information (note text).

When and how to use it

Footnotes can be used for source references, explanations or translations, but also to other notes and parenthetical posts, which are not so essential that the reader cannot depart from them without missing important information.

Do's and don'ts


  • Don't overuse footnotes as they may interfere with reading and divert attention from the main message of the text




The footnote character has smaller font and is superscripted.