Difference between @: and <text> in Razor

Question

What's the difference between these 2 in Razor? I find that I can accomplish the same, whether I use @: or <text>.

Rosetta

Answer 1

Scott Guthrie wrote about both on his blog. His answer basically boils down to <text> supports multiple lines, while @: is meant to be a more compact form for a single line.

Frimaire

So, they're functionally the same? – Rosetta

@Rosetta It appears so. – Frimaire