Getting Started
MD Editor is a Markdown editor and previewer designed for technical writing. The fastest way to start depends on what you’re trying to do.
Path 1: Preview Markdown right now (no install)
Use the scratchpad to write or paste Markdown and get an instant preview.
- Open the scratchpad: MD Editor scratchpad (opens in a new tab)
- Learn what’s supported: Markdown Features
Path 2: Install extensions (automatic rendering in your tools)
If you’re viewing local files or raw .md URLs, extensions are the best experience.
- Browser extension (Chrome, Firefox, Edge): Markdown Viewer
- VS Code / Cursor: VS Code extension
Path 3: Set up a serious writing workflow
If you’re writing frequently, organizing many docs, or exporting/sharing, use the full app.
- Web app overview: Web App
- Desktop app: Desktop App
- Organize work: Folders and Templates
Next steps
- Need credentials for the CLI or integrations? See API Keys.
- Something not working? Start at Troubleshooting.