How to Use Markdown Preview
- Type or paste Markdown in the editor panel
- View the rendered HTML preview in real time
- Use toolbar buttons for common formatting (bold, links, code)
- Switch between split view and full preview
- Copy the rendered HTML output
About Markdown Preview
Markdown is the standard for developer documentation, README files, blog posts, and note-taking. Created by John Gruber in 2004, its key insight is that the source text should be readable even without rendering. This live preview shows your Markdown rendered as HTML side-by-side as you type. It supports CommonMark and GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) including: headings, bold/italic, links, images, code blocks with syntax highlighting, tables, task lists, blockquotes, and horizontal rules. The split-pane view lets you write and preview simultaneously — essential for crafting documentation, READMEs, and blog posts. All processing happens in your browser using a JavaScript Markdown parser.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Markdown flavor is supported?
CommonMark (the standard specification) plus GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) extensions: tables, task lists, strikethrough, and autolinked URLs. This covers what GitHub, GitLab, VS Code, and most platforms support.
Can I include HTML in Markdown?
Yes — most Markdown parsers allow inline HTML.
, and other tags work. This is useful for features Markdown doesn't support natively, like collapsible sections.
How do I add images?
. For GitHub READMEs, upload images to the repo and use relative paths. For hosted docs, use absolute URLs. Add width with HTML: .
What about code syntax highlighting?
Use triple backticks with a language identifier: ```javascript. This tool supports highlighting for all major languages. GitHub and most platforms render this with appropriate colors.
Can I export to HTML?
Yes — the rendered preview IS HTML. Copy it for use in web pages, emails, or CMS systems. For PDF export, use your browser's print function (Ctrl+P) and 'Save as PDF'.