loot.tools

Markdown Editor

Write or paste Markdown and see the rendered result update as you type. Upload a .md file or use the sample. All processing runs in your browser.

Edit Markdown on the left and see the rendered result on the right. All processing runs in your browser; nothing is sent to a server.

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What is Markdown?

Markdown is a lightweight markup language that uses plain-text formatting syntax. John Gruber created it in 2004 as a way to write HTML without writing HTML. You use simple characters like # for headings, * for emphasis, and - for lists. Markdown files use the .md extension. Developers write them for GitHub READMEs, documentation sites, and blog posts.

How to use this editor

Type or paste Markdown in the left panel and the rendered HTML appears on the right in real time. You can also upload a .md file directly. The editor supports all standard Markdown syntax including headings, bold, italic, links, images, code blocks, tables, and lists. Use it to draft READMEs, preview documentation, or convert Markdown to readable HTML before copying it somewhere else.

Common use cases

  • Previewing GitHub READMEs before committing
  • Drafting blog posts in Markdown
  • Converting Markdown to HTML for emails or documentation
  • Checking that your formatting looks right before publishing
  • Writing release notes or changelogs