What is 4chan greentext?

4chan greentext refers to a type of text-based storytelling format commonly used on the anonymous imageboard website 4chan. The greentext format involves writing a narrative or anecdote using short and concise sentences, with each line beginning with a ">" character (which gives it the distinctive green color on 4chan).

4chan greentexts often feature humorous or outrageous content, and may involve topics such as relationships, social interactions, video games, and politics. The format allows for quick and easy reading, and encourages a sense of community participation as other 4chan users can add their own commentary or reactions to the story.

Despite the often irreverent nature of 4chan and its user base, greentexts have become a phenomenon in internet culture, and some have even crossed over into mainstream media or spawned their own spinoffs, such as the Twitch streamer "Green Text Guy" who reads popular greentexts live on air.