Markdown Previewer & Live Editor
Write, edit, and preview Markdown documents in real time with side-by-side HTML preview, formatting shortcuts, and instant file export.
Welcome to the Markdown Live Editor
A fast, lightweight, browser-based Markdown Editor & HTML Previewer.
Key Highlights & Features
.md file or copy raw HTML.Task Checklist
Blockquote Example
> "Simplicity is prerequisite for reliability." > — Edsger W. DijkstraCode Demonstration
Here is an example JavaScript function:function calculateReadingTime(text) {
const words = text.trim().split(/\s+/).length;
const minutes = Math.ceil(words / 200);
return ${minutes} min read;
}Data Table
| Live Rendering | Yes | Instant |
| HTML Export | Yes | High |
| Offline Safe | Yes | 100% Client |
Enjoy formatting your documents!
Quick Markdown Syntax Reference
| Element | Markdown Syntax | Resulting HTML |
|---|---|---|
| Heading 1 | # Title | <h1>Title</h1> |
| Bold | **bold text** | <strong>bold text</strong> |
| Code block | ```js code ``` | <pre><code>code</code></pre> |
| Checklist | - [x] Done | <input type="checkbox" checked /> |
Everyday Markdown Scenarios
- ✓GitHub README & Open Source Documentation
Draft and proofread repository README.md files, changelogs, and contributing guides with exact GitHub-flavored Markdown formatting.
- ✓Technical Blog Writing & Dev Notes
Compose clean articles for Dev.to, Hashnode, Medium, or static site generators (Next.js, Hugo, Astro) with syntax-highlighted code blocks.
- ✓Markdown Table Formatting & Verification
Easily verify pipe-delimited data tables, column alignments, and cell spacing without broken table borders.
- ✓Quick Markdown to Raw HTML Conversion
Convert Markdown notes into clean semantic HTML tags ready to paste into web CMS platforms, WordPress, or email newsletters.
Editor Features & Advantages
Split-Pane Real-Time Preview
Type on the left and see changes instantly rendered on the right, or toggle to full editor or full preview modes as needed.
Comprehensive Formatting Toolbar
Quickly apply bold, italic, headings (H1-H3), bullet lists, numbered lists, task checkboxes, blockquotes, code blocks, links, and tables.
Writing Statistics & Reading Time
Live calculation of word count, character count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time based on 200 words-per-minute standards.
Flexible Export & Download Options
Copy raw Markdown, copy parsed HTML markup to clipboard, or download the document directly as a `.md` file with one click.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markdown?
Markdown is a lightweight markup language created by John Gruber in 2004. It allows you to format plain text using simple, readable characters (like `#` for headings, `*` for italics, and `-` for bullet points) that can easily convert to valid semantic HTML.
Does this editor support GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM)?
Yes! This editor supports essential GitHub Flavored Markdown extensions including task list checkboxes (`- [x]`), fenced code blocks (` ``` `), strikethrough (`~~text~~`), and pipe tables.
Is my text data saved or sent to any server?
No. All typing, parsing, and file downloading runs completely client-side in your browser. Your confidential notes, documentation drafts, and personal writing remain 100% private.
Can I download my notes as a `.md` file?
Yes, click the 'Download .md' button in the bottom right corner to save your document straight to your local computer or device.
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