How to add text to a lesson depends on which course builder you are using. In the New Course Builder, text is added as a content block within any lesson. In the Classic Course Builder, text is its own lesson type.
If your site was created on or after January 28, 2026, you have access to the new course builder, in addition to the classic course builder. Learn about new features, improvements, and how to try it out: Introducing Thinkific's New Course Builder
How to Add Text in the New Course Builder
In the New Course Builder, text is added as a content block within a lesson rather than as a separate lesson type.
- From the content menu, select Text.
- Enter your desired text.
You can format your text using the editor at the top of the block: headings, bold, italic, underline, bulleted and numbered lists, text alignment, and links.
How to Add a Text Lesson in the Classic Course Builder
Text lessons in the Classic Course Builder can include styled text, images, external links, and embedded video and audio files.
- From your Admin Dashboard, select Products.
- Select Courses.
- Select the course you want to edit by clicking on the course card image.
- In the course's Curriculum, select + Add lesson.
- Select Text from the menu.
- Enter a lesson name under Title.
- Enter your lesson content under Content.
- Select Save lesson.