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Tables, task lists, and syntax highlighting

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Why lookatmd.com?

Instant Preview

See your markdown rendered instantly as you type. No waiting, no refreshing. Our split-view editor gives you real-time feedback on your formatting.

Complete Privacy

Your markdown never leaves your browser. All rendering happens locally using client-side JavaScript. No servers, no tracking, no data collection. Perfect for sensitive documentation.

Developer First

Built with VS Code's Monaco Editor. Get syntax highlighting, multi-cursor editing, and all the powerful features you love. It's like having VS Code in your browser.

How to Use lookatmd.com

Get started in seconds with our simple workflow

1

Input Your Markdown

Paste directly into the editor, drag and drop a .md file, or click Import to browse. The editor supports full GitHub Flavored Markdown syntax.

2

Live Preview

Watch your markdown render in real-time in the right panel. Headers, lists, code blocks, tables, and task lists all render beautifully with syntax highlighting.

3

Export Your Content

Copy the rendered HTML to clipboard with one click, or download your markdown as a .md file. Perfect for pasting into blogs, documentation, or anywhere that accepts HTML.

Understanding Markdown

What is Markdown?

Markdown is a lightweight markup language that lets you write formatted content using plain text. It's the standard for README files, documentation, and technical writing.

Easy to read and write
Converts to HTML easily
Used by GitHub, GitLab, and more
Perfect for documentation

Markdown Syntax Example

# Heading 1
## Heading 2

**Bold** and *italic* text

- List item 1
- List item 2

`inline code`

```javascript
const hello = "world";
```

| Column 1 | Column 2 |
|----------|----------|
| Cell 1   | Cell 2   |

Frequently Asked Questions

What markdown flavors are supported?

We support GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM), which includes standard markdown plus tables, task lists, strikethrough, and syntax-highlighted code blocks. This covers 99% of markdown use cases.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely! All markdown rendering happens in your browser. No data is sent to servers, stored, or logged. This makes lookatmd.com perfect for handling sensitive documentation, private notes, or confidential content.

Can I copy the rendered HTML?

Yes! Click the "Copy HTML" button to copy the rendered HTML output to your clipboard. This is perfect for pasting into blogs, email clients, or any platform that accepts HTML content.

Does it work offline?

After your first visit, lookatmd.com works offline thanks to service worker caching. You can preview and edit markdown without an internet connection - perfect for working on documentation anywhere.

Markdown Best Practices

  • Use headings to create document structure
  • Add blank lines between paragraphs
  • Use code fences with language hints
  • Keep lines under 80 characters when possible
  • Use relative links for local files

Common Use Cases

  • README files: Project documentation
  • Documentation: Technical guides and manuals
  • Blog posts: Content creation
  • Notes: Personal knowledge base
  • Wikis: Collaborative documentation