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This markdown editor provides real-time preview as you type. Write markdown on the left and see the formatted HTML preview on the right. Perfect for writing documentation, blog posts, and README files. All processing happens locally in your browser.

Markdown Editor

Write markdown and see a live preview. Format text, add links, images, tables, and more with simple markdown syntax.

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Blog Post Template
Documentation Template
Markdown Cheatsheet
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Privacy: All markdown processing is done in your browser. Your text is never uploaded or stored.

How to Use

  1. Type or paste your markdown text in the left editor panel
  2. See the formatted preview update in real-time on the right panel
  3. Use the toolbar buttons for quick formatting shortcuts
  4. Load a template to start with a pre-formatted document structure
  5. Download your work as a .md file or export as HTML
  6. Copy the HTML output to use in your website or blog

Common Uses:

  • README Files: Create well-formatted README.md files for GitHub repositories
  • Documentation: Write technical documentation with headers, code blocks, and tables
  • Blog Posts: Draft blog posts in markdown for static site generators like Jekyll or Hugo
  • Notes & Writing: Take notes with formatting or write articles in distraction-free markdown
  • Learning Markdown: Practice markdown syntax with instant visual feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Markdown?

Markdown is a lightweight markup language that uses plain text formatting syntax. It's easy to read and write, and converts to HTML. It's widely used for README files, documentation, and content management.

Is my markdown text saved automatically?

No, this tool doesn't save your work automatically. Use the download buttons to save your markdown or HTML. Your text stays in your browser and is never uploaded to any server.

Can I use this for GitHub README files?

Yes! This editor supports standard markdown syntax used by GitHub. You can write and preview your README.md files, then download and upload them to your repository.

What markdown features are supported?

This editor supports all standard markdown features including headers, bold, italic, links, images, code blocks, lists, tables, blockquotes, and horizontal rules. It uses the marked.js library for parsing.

How do I add images to my markdown?

Use the syntax: ![Alt text](image-url). For example: ![Logo](https://example.com/logo.png). The image must be hosted online or use a data URL for the preview to work.

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