Re: [POLL] Should we accept breaking changes to get rid of Org libraries that perform side effects when loading?

[Ihor Radchenko]

Russell Adams <RLAdams@adamsinfoserv.com> writes:

>> > I think Markdown has different levels?
>>
>> Do you mean # title vs. ## title?
>
> https://www.markdownguide.org/basic-syntax
>
> look at the alternate syntax where they under line with different symbols.

Ah. That thing. It will move Org towards more complex syntax. I am not
in favour.

> We have a solid heading syntax, with one or more asterisks followed by
> keywords and heading metadata. Given we're talking about adding more
> flags in the metadata, I'm just asking if we should consider
> alternatives to just asterisks to help indicate differences.
>
> An inline task exempt from folding should be eye catching to
> differentiate it from other headings. Perhaps something other than
> asterisks is appropriate?

Bastien voiced against adding yet more syntax elements. So, let's try to
find some way that will not involve completely new syntax element and
instead stick closer to the existing syntax.

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