About the Handiwork Markdown to HTML Previewer
The Markdown Previewer renders your Markdown live and shows the generated HTML side by side. Switch between a rendered preview and HTML source, load a sample to explore supported syntax, and copy the HTML output — ideal for drafting README files, documentation, and blog posts.
How to use the Handiwork Markdown to HTML Previewer
- Type or paste Markdown into the editor, or load the sample.
- Switch between rendered preview and HTML source views.
- Copy the generated HTML when you need it elsewhere.
What is Markdown?
Markdown is a lightweight plain-text formatting syntax that converts to HTML. Simple symbols create rich formatting: # for headings, * for emphasis and lists, and backticks for code. It is the standard for README files, GitHub, documentation sites, and many note-taking apps.
Preview before you publish
A live preview catches formatting mistakes — a broken list, an unclosed code block, or a malformed link — before you commit a README or publish a post. Seeing the HTML output also helps when you need to paste formatted content into a CMS.
Frequently asked questions
Can I copy the generated HTML?
Yes. Alongside the rendered preview you get clean HTML output that you can copy into any website or CMS.
Which Markdown features are supported?
Common Markdown is supported, including headings, bold and italic text, lists, links, and code blocks.