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Markdown Live Preview

Free markdown renderer online — live preview on the right as you write. Sync scroll, Mermaid flowcharts, syntax highlighting, and PDF export. No login.

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## Markdown Live Preview

Welcome! Start typing on the left and see the rendered output instantly.

---

## Text Formatting

**Bold Text**

*Italic Text*

***Bold + Italic***

~~Strikethrough~~

<u>Underline (HTML)</u>

Inline `code`

==Highlighted text== *(if supported)*

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## Headings

## Heading 1

## Heading 2

### Heading 3

#### Heading 4

##### Heading 5

###### Heading 6

---

## Paragraph

Markdown makes writing documents simple.

You can create multiple paragraphs by leaving an empty line.

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## Lists

### Unordered List

- Apple
- Banana
- Orange
  - Nested Item
  - Another Item

### Ordered List

1. First
2. Second
3. Third

### Task List

- [x] Completed Task
- [ ] Pending Task
- [ ] Another Task

---

## Links

[MdReader](https://mdreader.org)

Automatic URL:

https://mdreader.org/markdown-to-pdf

---

## Images

![MdReader logo](/mdreader.png)

---

## Blockquotes

> This is a blockquote.
>
> It can contain multiple lines.

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## Horizontal Rule

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## Tables

| Feature | Supported |
|---------|-----------|
| Live Preview | ✅ |
| Tables | ✅ |
| Code Blocks | ✅ |
| Mermaid | ✅ |
| HTML | ✅ |

---

## Code

Inline:

`const name = "Markdown";`

### JavaScript

```javascript
function greet(name) {
  return `Hello, ${name}!`;
}

console.log(greet("World"));
```

### TypeScript

```typescript
interface User {
  name: string;
  age: number;
}

const user: User = {
  name: "John",
  age: 30,
};
```

### HTML

```html
<div class="card">
  <h2>Hello World</h2>
</div>
```

### CSS

```css
.card {
  padding: 20px;
  border-radius: 8px;
}
```

### JSON

```json
{
  "name": "John",
  "age": 30
}
```

### Bash

```bash
npm install
npm run dev
```

---

## Mermaid Diagram

```mermaid
graph TD
    A[Markdown] --> B[Preview]
    B --> C[Export PDF]
```

---

## Footnotes

Markdown supports footnotes.[^1]

[^1]: This is a footnote.

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## Definition List

Term
: Definition

Markdown
: Lightweight markup language

---

## Emoji

🚀 ✨ 🎉 ❤️ 👍

---

## Keyboard Keys

Press <kbd>Ctrl</kbd> + <kbd>S</kbd> to save.

---

## HTML Support

<details>
<summary>Click to expand</summary>

You can embed HTML directly in Markdown.

</details>

---

## Escaping Characters

\*This is not italic\*

\# This is not a heading

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## Mixed Example

### Project Status

**Progress:** 75%

- [x] Design
- [x] Development
- [ ] Testing
- [ ] Deployment

Visit https://mdreader.org for documentation.

> Markdown is simple, readable, and portable.

```python
def hello():
    print("Hello Markdown")
```

---

Happy writing! 🎉

Your content stays in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.

Live Preview

Simple Workflow

How to Use Markdown Live Preview Online

Write, preview, and export Markdown in your browser — three simple steps

Write or paste Markdown

Type in the editor, paste README content, or upload a .md file — the preview updates instantly as you write

Preview in real time

See rendered output on the right with sync scroll, syntax highlighting, dark mode, and Mermaid diagram support

Export or copy

Download as PDF, HTML, or DOCX — or copy your Markdown. No account or cloud storage required

Why use our Markdown live preview as a markdown reader?

Everything you need to read, preview, and export Markdown — faster than any markdown reader online.

Instant split-pane preview

See formatted output update as you type. No refresh button, no delay.

Sync scroll

Editor and preview scroll together so you always see the matching section.

Private & client-side markdown reader

Your Markdown never leaves your browser. No uploads, no account, no tracking.

Export to PDF, HTML & DOCX

Go beyond preview — download professional PDFs with one click.

Mermaid diagram support

Preview flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and charts inline — rare in basic markdown readers.

Works on any device

Responsive layout with editor/preview tabs on mobile and full split view on desktop.

MdReader vs Dillinger, StackEdit & other markdown readers

MdReader Live Preview

Dillinger, StackEdit & basic markdown readers

Live preview + PDF/HTML/DOCX export

Preview only or limited export

Mermaid diagram rendering

No diagram support

100% client-side — private

May upload or sync to cloud

Sync scroll + dark mode

Basic or no sync scroll

Free, no sign-up, no limits

Account or cloud login often required

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Markdown live preview?

A Markdown live preview shows rendered HTML output side by side with your Markdown source. As you type on the left, the formatted document updates instantly on the right.

Is this Markdown live preview free?

Yes. MdReader Markdown live preview is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks, and no usage limits.

Is my Markdown content secure?

Yes. All processing happens in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to a server or stored on our systems.

Can I export the preview to PDF?

Yes. Click Export PDF in the toolbar to download a formatted PDF. You can also export HTML, plain text, or a Word (.docx) document.

Does sync scroll work automatically?

Yes. When you scroll the editor or preview pane, the other pane follows proportionally so both views stay aligned.

Does it support GitHub Flavored Markdown?

Yes. MdReader supports headings, lists, tables, fenced code blocks, blockquotes, links, images, and Mermaid diagrams.

How is this different from Dillinger or StackEdit?

MdReader offers sync scroll, Mermaid diagram preview, and 100% client-side processing with no account. Export to PDF, HTML, and DOCX without connecting Dropbox, Google Drive, or cloud storage.

Can I use this as a Markdown viewer online?

Yes. Upload or paste any .md file to view rendered Markdown instantly. Works as a free Markdown viewer, editor, and exporter — similar to markdownlivepreview.com but with export and Mermaid support.

Ready to export your document?

Convert your previewed Markdown to a professional PDF in one click.

Open Markdown to PDF