🚀 Getting Started in 60 Seconds

1. Write or paste your Markdown content in the left editor panel
2. Use the formatting toolbar for quick syntax insertion (bold, italic, headers, links, images, tables)
3. Watch the live preview update automatically in the right panel as you type
4. Export your document to PDF, Microsoft Word, or HTML formats with one click
5. Switch between views using the dropdown menu: Preview, HTML Code, or Split View

📝 Essential Markdown Syntax Reference

# Heading 1 ## Heading 2 ### Heading 3 - Create headers (levels 1-6)

**bold text** *italic text* `inline code` - Text formatting

[Link Text](https://url.com) - Create hyperlinks

![Alt Text](image-url.jpg) - Embed images

- List item or 1. Numbered item - Unordered and ordered lists

> Blockquote text - Create blockquotes for citations

```language - Syntax-highlighted code blocks (JavaScript, Python, PHP, etc.)

| Header 1 | Header 2 | - Tables (use toolbar button for template)

--- - Horizontal rule separator

❓ Comprehensive FAQ

What pain points does this Markdown editor solve? This editor eliminates the frustration of working blind without seeing your formatted output. Traditional text editors require constant switching to preview tools, breaking your workflow and slowing you down. Our real-time preview shows exactly how your document will look as you type, eliminating guesswork and reducing formatting errors. It is perfect for developers writing README files for GitHub, technical writers creating documentation, bloggers drafting posts, students taking structured notes, and anyone who needs clean, professional documents without the bloat and complexity of Microsoft Word or Google Docs. Export to professional formats instantly, all in your browser with zero installation. How secure is my content and will it be saved automatically? Your privacy and data security are our top priorities. This editor runs entirely in your web browser using client-side JavaScript, meaning your content never leaves your computer unless you explicitly choose to export or download it. We do not collect, store, transmit, or have any access to your data. There are no servers receiving your content, no accounts to create, and no tracking. The auto-save feature stores your work in your browser's local storage, keeping it private on your device. Your content persists between browser sessions, so you can close the tab and return later without losing work. For permanent backup, use the download buttons to save as .md files for Git version control, .html for web publishing, PDF for printing and professional distribution, or Word documents for further editing. Can I work with large documents or import existing files? Absolutely! You can upload existing Markdown files (.md, .markdown, or .txt) up to 2MB using the "📂 Upload" button, which is more than enough for even very long documents including technical manuals and ebooks. Alternatively, click "🌐 Load URL" to import content directly from any publicly accessible web address, such as raw GitHub files, Gist snippets, or documentation pages hosted online. This makes it easy to edit existing GitHub README files, collaborate on documentation projects, or work with content stored in cloud repositories. The editor handles large documents efficiently with smooth scrolling, syntax highlighting, and responsive performance. Your work auto-saves continuously to local storage, ensuring you never lose progress even during long editing sessions. What is the difference between "Export as HTML" and "Export Raw HTML"? "📄 Export as HTML" and "🔧 Export Raw HTML" serve different purposes for different workflows. The "Export as HTML" button generates a complete, standalone, ready-to-use HTML document with proper DOCTYPE declaration, meta tags for responsive design, embedded CSS styling from the GitHub Markdown stylesheet, and all necessary structure. This creates a self-contained web page that can be opened directly in any browser, published to a website, sent via email, or shared with anyone. It includes all formatting and styling, making it perfect for blog posts, documentation sites, portfolio projects, or web publishing. In contrast, "Export Raw HTML" provides only the converted Markdown content as HTML fragments without any document structure, DOCTYPE, or styling. This raw output is ideal when you need to embed the content into an existing website, content management system like WordPress or Drupal, email newsletter template, or application where CSS styling is already provided by the parent page or theme. Raw HTML gives you maximum flexibility for integration into existing projects without style conflicts. How do I insert and format images, tables, and code blocks? The editor provides multiple easy methods for inserting rich content. For images, click the 🖼️ button in the formatting toolbar to insert the syntax ![alt text](image-url), then replace "image-url" with a direct link to your image (must be publicly accessible online, such as images hosted on Imgur, GitHub, or your own server). For tables, click the ⊞ button to insert a pre-formatted table template with headers and sample data. You can customize the number of columns and rows, and use colons in the separator row to control text alignment (left, center, or right). Tables support GitHub-flavored Markdown syntax with pipe characters separating columns. For code blocks with syntax highlighting, click the <> button or manually type three backticks followed by the language name (e.g., ```javascript) to enable color-coded highlighting for that programming language. The editor supports 180+ languages including JavaScript, Python, PHP, Java, C++, Ruby, Go, SQL, HTML, CSS, and more. All elements render beautifully in the live preview and maintain perfect formatting when exported to PDF, Word, or HTML. Can I use keyboard shortcuts for faster editing? Yes, the editor includes powerful keyboard shortcuts and productivity features to accelerate your workflow. Use standard shortcuts: Ctrl+B (or Cmd+B on Mac) for bold, Ctrl+I for italic, Ctrl+S to download your document, Ctrl+F for find and replace. The underlying ACE editor (the same professional code editor used by Cloud9 IDE and other development platforms) provides advanced features including multi-cursor editing, automatic bracket matching, smart indentation, code folding, and configurable themes. The toolbar provides one-click formatting for headers, links, images, code blocks, blockquotes, lists, and tables. Real-time tracking shows your cursor position, word count, and character count. The "📑 Generate TOC" button automatically scans your document for heading elements and creates a clickable Table of Contents with proper indentation and anchor links. Switch between Preview, HTML Code, and Split View modes to match your preferred workflow. Does this editor work on mobile phones and tablets? Absolutely! This Markdown editor is fully responsive and optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets running iOS or Android. The interface automatically adapts to smaller screens with an intelligent vertical layout that stacks the editor panel, control buttons, and preview panel for comfortable mobile editing without horizontal scrolling. All buttons feature touch-friendly sizing with adequate spacing to prevent accidental taps, and the editor supports mobile touch gestures including text selection, scrolling, and pinch-to-zoom. Every feature works seamlessly on mobile: formatting toolbar, file upload from your photo library, preview mode switching, and all export functions including PDF, Word, HTML, and plain text. The auto-save feature is especially valuable on mobile devices, protecting your work if you switch apps, receive calls, or experience connectivity issues. Whether you are using an iPhone, iPad, Android smartphone, or tablet, you can write, edit, preview, and export professional Markdown documents with the same quality and functionality as desktop computers. The responsive CSS design ensures optimal usability across all screen sizes from 320px smartphone displays to ultra-wide desktop monitors. What makes this better than desktop Markdown editors like Typora or MarkdownPad? Web-based editors offer significant advantages over traditional desktop applications. First, zero installation means you can start working immediately on any computer, whether you are at home, in the office, at school, or using a public library computer. Automatic updates ensure you always have the latest features and security patches without manual downloads or installation procedures. Cross-platform compatibility works identically on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS. Cloud accessibility means you can access your work from anywhere with an internet connection. The live preview updates instantly as you type with zero lag. Professional export options to PDF, Word, and HTML are built-in without requiring additional plugins or software. The interface is clean, modern, and distraction-free, perfect for focused writing and presentations. Most importantly, it is completely free with no trial periods, premium tiers, or subscription fees. Your content is automatically saved to browser storage, eliminating the "Did I save?" anxiety. Plus, sharing is effortless—export to HTML for instant web publishing or PDF for professional distribution. How do I collaborate with others or share my documents? This editor provides flexible sharing and collaboration workflows. Export your work as a complete HTML file for instant web publishing to platforms like GitHub Pages, Netlify, or your personal website. Export as PDF to create professional, print-ready documents for sharing via email, Slack, or document management systems—PDFs preserve formatting perfectly across all devices and operating systems. Export as Microsoft Word (.doc) to create editable documents that teammates can modify in Office 365, Google Docs, or LibreOffice. For version control and team collaboration, download as Markdown (.md) and commit to Git repositories like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket where your team can track changes, review edits, and manage versions. You can also copy the formatted preview directly to your clipboard and paste into emails, Slack messages, Notion pages, or other applications. The "📋 Copy" button works with both the raw Markdown source and the formatted HTML preview. For real-time collaboration, consider exporting to HTML and hosting on a shared server, or commit Markdown to a Git repository where multiple team members can work on branches and merge changes using standard Git workflows.

💡 Pro Tips: Use Ctrl+Enter to quickly update the preview. Enable Split View mode for simultaneous editing and previewing. Generate a Table of Contents before exporting long documents. For documentation projects, export as Markdown and commit to Git for version history. Need help? Visit our Support Center for video tutorials, advanced tips, and community forums.