Free Markdown Editor – Write Markdown with Live Preview
Write markdown with instant live preview. Split, edit, or preview modes. Download as .md file. Supports common markdown syntax. 100% free.
What Is Markdown?
Markdown is a lightweight markup language for creating formatted text using plain text syntax. It's widely used for:
- README files
- Documentation
- Blog posts
- Forum comments
- Note-taking
How to Use This Editor
Step 1: Choose Your Mode
- Split: Edit and preview side-by-side
- Edit: Full-width editor
- Preview: Full-width preview
Step 2: Write Markdown
Use standard markdown syntax.
Step 3: Export
Copy to clipboard or download as .md file.
Supported Markdown Syntax
Headers
# H1 Heading
## H2 Heading
### H3 Heading
Text Formatting
**Bold text**
*Italic text*
***Bold and italic***
Lists
- Unordered item
- Another item
1. Ordered item
2. Another item
Links
[Link text](https://example.com)
Code
Inline `code` here
```javascript
// Code block
const x = 1;
### Blockquotes
```markdown
> This is a quote
Horizontal Rule
---
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Ctrl+C | Copy |
| Ctrl+V | Paste |
| Ctrl+Z | Undo |
| Ctrl+Y | Redo |
Features
Live Preview
See formatted output as you type.
Multiple Modes
Choose the view that works best for you.
Download
Save your work as a .md file.
Copy
Copy markdown or preview content.
Markdown Best Practices
Readability
- Use blank lines between sections
- Keep lines under 80 characters
- Use headers for organization
Consistency
- Pick a style and stick to it
- Use consistent list markers
- Be consistent with blank lines
Use Cases
Documentation
Write project documentation with clear formatting.
README Files
Create GitHub README files.
Blog Posts
Draft blog content before publishing.
Notes
Take formatted notes for later reference.
Technical Details
Browser-Based
All editing happens locally in your browser.
No Save to Server
Your content is never uploaded.
Export Options
- Markdown (.md)
- Copy to clipboard
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save my work?
Download as .md file to save locally.
Does it support images?
Image syntax is parsed but not rendered.
Is my data secure?
Yes. Nothing is sent to any server.