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Mastodon: highlight hashtags

Marks hashtags inside posts with a distinct background and bold weight so they catch the eye.

Code to copy

/* Highlight hashtag links inside status content */
.status__content a.mention.hashtag,
.status__content a[href*="/tags/"],
.detailed-status__content a[href*="/tags/"] {
  background: rgba(99, 100, 255, 0.12) !important;
  color: #6364ff !important;
  padding: 1px 5px !important;
  border-radius: 4px !important;
  font-weight: 600 !important;
}

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