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About Markdown Preview
Write and preview Markdown in real-time. Supports GitHub Flavored Markdown with syntax highlighting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markdown and why do developers use it?
Markdown is a lightweight markup language that formats plain text using simple syntax like # for headings and ** for bold. Developers use it for README files, documentation, blog posts, and technical writing because it is readable as plain text and converts cleanly to HTML.
What is GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) and what extra features does it add?
GFM extends standard Markdown with features commonly used on GitHub: pipe tables for structured data, task lists with checkboxes, strikethrough text, fenced code blocks with language-specific syntax hints, and auto-linked URLs. This editor fully supports all GFM extensions.
How do I create tables and task lists in Markdown?
Tables use pipes (|) and hyphens (-) to define columns and rows. Task lists use "- [ ]" for unchecked and "- [x]" for checked items. This editor renders both in real time so you can see the formatted result as you type.
Is my Markdown content safe in this online editor?
Yes. All rendering happens entirely in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server. This makes it safe for editing documentation containing internal project details, API endpoints, or configuration examples.
Can I export Markdown as HTML for my website or blog?
Yes. Click "Copy HTML" to copy the rendered HTML markup to your clipboard, ready to paste into any website, CMS, or email template. You can also copy the raw Markdown source for use in GitHub, GitLab, or any Markdown-compatible platform.
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