Markdown Formatter & Previewer
Write and preview Markdown with live rendering. Format markdown and see the result instantly.
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What is Markdown?
Markdown is a lightweight markup language created by John Gruber in 2004. It uses simple, plain-text formatting syntax to create documents that can be converted to HTML. Markdown is widely used for README files, documentation, blog posts, and note-taking.
Modern platforms that support Markdown include GitHub, GitLab, Notion, Obsidian, Reddit, Stack Overflow, and many more.
Markdown Syntax Reference
# Heading 1## Heading 2**bold***italic*`inline code`~~strikethrough~~[link](url)- unordered list1. ordered list> blockquote---```\ncode block\n```| Table | Header |Frequently Asked Questions
Is the preview exactly how it will look on GitHub?
Close but not identical. GitHub uses GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) with additional features. This previewer renders standard Markdown plus tables.
Can I copy the HTML output?
Yes. Use the "Copy HTML" button to copy the rendered HTML for use in web pages or email templates.
Does the preview update in real time?
Yes — the preview updates as you type with a 150ms debounce for smooth performance.
Can I use this for documentation?
Yes. Write your documentation in Markdown, preview it here, then paste into GitHub, Notion, or any Markdown-compatible system.
What Markdown features are supported?
Headings, bold, italic, strikethrough, inline code, code blocks, blockquotes, unordered/ordered lists, links, images, tables, and horizontal rules.