diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 9c6d1563..f744bf58 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -40,15 +40,16 @@ To set up Clowder locally, follow these steps:
    ```bash
    git clone https://github.com/your-username/clowder.git
    cd clowder
+   ```
 2. Install Dependencies
     Install the required packages using your preferred package manager:
 
-    bash
-    Copy
+ 
+   ```bash
     npm install
     # or
     yarn install
-
+   ```
 3. Set Up Environment Variables
     Create a .env file in the root directory of the project and add the following environment variable:
     NEXT_PUBLIC_PROJECT_ID=your-project-id
@@ -64,9 +65,9 @@ To set up Clowder locally, follow these steps:
 5. Run the Development Server
     Start the local development server:
 
+   ```bash
     npm run dev
     # or
     yarn dev
-
-
-Your application should now be running on http://localhost:3000.
\ No newline at end of file
+   ```
+Your application should now be running on <http://localhost:3000>.