Open Source Mac Markdown Editors
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MarkText
A simple and elegant markdown editor
MarkText is an MIT licensed open source project, and the latest version will always be downloadable for free from the GitHub release page. MarkText is still in development, and its development is inseparable from all sponsors. Realtime preview (WYSIWYG) and a clean and simple interface to get a distraction-free writing experience. Support CommonMark Spec, GitHub Flavored Markdown Spec and selective support Pandoc markdown. Markdown extensions such as math expressions (KaTeX), front matter and emojis. Support paragraphs and inline style shortcuts to improve your writing efficiency. Output HTML and PDF files. Various themes: Cadmium Light, Material Dark etc. Various editing modes: Source Code mode, Typewriter mode, Focus mode. Paste images directly from clipboard. -
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MarkItDown
Python tool for converting files and office documents to Markdown
MarkItDown is a lightweight Python utility developed by Microsoft for converting various files and office documents to Markdown format. It is particularly useful for preparing documents for use with large language models and related text analysis pipelines. -
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VNote
A pleasant note-taking platform in native C++
VNote is a Qt-based, free and open-source note-taking application, focusing on Markdown now. VNote is designed to provide a pleasant note-taking platform with excellent editing experience. VNote is NOT just a simple editor for Markdown. By providing note management, VNote makes taking notes in Markdown simpler. In the future, VNote will support more formats besides Markdown. Utilizing Qt, VNote could run on Linux, Windows, and macOS. -
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ARIS
Lightweight Markdown-only skills for autonomous ML research
ARIS is an experimental automation framework that leverages AI coding agents to perform continuous research and development tasks autonomously, even without active user supervision. The system is designed to run iterative cycles of research, coding, testing, and refinement, effectively simulating a “sleep mode” where productive work continues in the background. It integrates with AI tools such as Claude Code to generate solutions, analyze results, and improve outputs over time. The project emphasizes long-running workflows that can explore problem spaces more deeply than manual intervention would typically allow. It also highlights the potential of autonomous agents to handle repetitive or exploratory tasks that would otherwise require significant human effort. The framework is particularly relevant for developers interested in automated experimentation, continuous learning systems, and AI-driven productivity. -
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Notepads
A modern, lightweight text editor with a minimalist design
I have been waiting long enough for a modern Windows 10 notepad app to come before I decided to create one myself. Don’t get me wrong, Notepad++, VS Code, and Sublime are great text editors. I have used them all and I will continue to use them in the future. However, they are either too heavy or look less appealing. There are times that I just wanted to use Windows Notepad for things like writing notes or editing config files. So I decided to create a win32 notepad replacement here and try to give it a modern look and feel. Most importantly, it has to be blazingly fast and appeal to everyone. -
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Minder
Mind-mapping application for Elementary OS
Use the power of mind-mapping to make your ideas come to life. Mind-mapping application for Elementary OS -
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leaf Markdown
Terminal Markdown previewer — GUI-like experience
Leaf is a lightweight software project designed to simplify specific workflows, likely focusing on efficiency, minimalism, and ease of use. It may provide tools for managing data, automating processes, or enhancing productivity through streamlined interfaces. The project appears to prioritize clarity and performance, avoiding unnecessary complexity while still offering practical functionality. Its architecture likely supports quick deployment and adaptability across different environments. Leaf may also integrate with other tools or systems, enabling it to function as part of a broader workflow. Overall, it represents a design philosophy centered on simplicity and focused utility. -
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OneNote Md Exporter
ConsoleApp to export OneNote notebooks to Markdown formats
OneNote Md Exporter is a console application running on Windows that exports your OneNote notebooks in different markdown formats. Evaluate or migrate to an alternative Knowledge Management Software like Joplin, Obsidian or other software based on Markdown format. Backup your OneNote Notebooks in an interoperable and open file format. -
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ZenNotes
Keyboard-first local Markdown notes with Vim motions, diagrams
ZenNotes is a free, open-source, local-first Markdown note-taking application for Windows, macOS, and Linux, with a self-hosted web edition. It stores notes as ordinary Markdown files without requiring a proprietary database. Its keyboard-focused editor supports Vim motions, command shortcuts, and customizable navigation. Users can work in editing, preview, or split-screen modes with multiple tabs and reference panes. Markdown rendering includes mathematical notation, Mermaid diagrams, wiki links, and embedded media. Built-in organization tools provide tasks, tags, daily notes, archives, and full-text searching. A first-party MCP server allows compatible AI assistants to interact with the same note collection. Command-line tools, floating windows, and macOS Raycast integration extend note management beyond the main interface. -
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milkup
A cross-platform, instant-rendering desktop Markdown editor
milkup is a free, open-source Markdown editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux that emphasizes immediate rendering and distraction-free writing. Its custom rendering engine displays formatted content directly while users type, providing an experience similar to Typora. The application offers two editing modes: live rendered Markdown and advanced source editing. Users can open, edit, and save local Markdown documents without relying on cloud storage. Multiple files can remain open simultaneously through a tabbed interface. An automatically generated document outline simplifies navigation between headings and sections. Customizable themes, a theme editor, and theme import and export options provide control over appearance. Additional tools include configurable image hosting, spell checking, and keyboard shortcuts, with plugin extensibility under development. -
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Beaver Notes
Open-source, local-first workspace for notes, projects
Beaver Notes is a free, open-source note-taking application designed for private, local-first knowledge management. It allows users to create and organize Markdown-based notes without requiring an account or internet connection. The software supports folders, tags, internal note links, and protected notes. Users can maintain personal knowledge collections while retaining control over where their information is stored. Its flexible synchronization approach supports personal cloud storage and self-hosted infrastructure. The application emphasizes privacy by avoiding editor telemetry and unnecessary data collection. A Tauri-based rewrite introduces a smaller application architecture and expands cross-platform functionality. Available for desktop operating systems, with mobile development underway, Beaver Notes combines structured note organization with offline accessibility. -
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MarkEdit
Just like TextEdit on Mac but dedicated to Markdown
MarkEdit is a free and open-source Markdown editor, for macOS. It's just like TextEdit on Mac but dedicated to Markdown. -
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Zettlr
A Markdown Editor for the 21st century
Writing is an essential part of our everyday life. Why make it complicated? Zettlr redefines what writing means. It is slim, fast, and versatile. Focus on what matters to you. Publish, not perish. In modern times, getting a hold of the flood of information is almost as hard as inserting a USB drive the right way on the first attempt. Zettlr allows you to connect pieces of information using state of the art Zettelkasten methodology. Links? Check. File IDs? Check. File tagging? Also check. And the best is, unlike many competitors, Zettlr never locks you in. Zettlr supports almost every conceivable way to create links and identify your files. In other words: No matter where you come from — all Zettelkästen are beautiful and supported by Zettlr. Out of the box. Zettlr integrates well with reference managers such as Zotero, JabRef, or Juris-M. Simply load your library into Zettlr, and begin to cite. Zettlr strictly adheres to established standards and does not reinvent the wheel. -
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BookStack
Simple & Free Wiki Software
BookStack is a free and open source platform for storing and organising information and documentation. A self-hosted and opinionated wiki system, BookStack is simple and easy to use, giving even new users with just basic word-processing skills a pleasant out of the box experience. BookStack offers a relaxed, open and positive approach. While the platform can provide advanced power features to those who want them, it is primarily designed not to be extensible outside of its core purpose. That being said, BookStack already comes with plenty of powerful features, such as search and linking, cross-book sorting, image management and more. It is also multi-lingual and offers options for authentication integration. -
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Quarkdown
Markdown with superpowers, from ideas to papers, and presentations
Quarkdown is a lightweight Markdown processor and static site generator written in Java. It converts Markdown files into styled HTML pages with customizable themes, supporting blog creation and simple documentation websites. Quarkdown emphasizes simplicity and speed, providing an out-of-the-box experience for minimal personal sites. -
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Standard Notes App
Think fearlessly with end-to-end encrypted notes and files
Standard Notes is a free, secure note-taking app with powerful end-to-end encryption, unparalleled privacy features, and seamless cross-platform syncing on unlimited devices. Standard Notes is a secure digital notes app that protects your notes and files with audited, industry-leading end-to-end encryption. Only you have access to the keys required to decrypt your data. Write and store all your notes and files in one secure place and seamlessly access them across all your devices. Note-taking services like Evernote, Google Keep, Notion, and Simplenote cannot prevent employees and governments from reading your data. Standard Notes features advanced security and privacy controls that protect your data against hacks, data breaches, government access, and even employee access. -
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Mark
Sync your markdown files with Confluence pages
Mark, a tool for syncing your markdown documentation with Atlassian Confluence pages. This is very useful if you store documentation to your software in a Git repository and don't want to do the extra job of updating the Confluence page using a tinymce wysiwyg enterprise core editor which always breaks everything. Mark does the same but in a different way. Mark reads your markdown file, creates a Confluence page if it's not found by its name, uploads attachments, translates Markdown into HTML, and updates the contents of the page via REST API. It's like you don't even need to create sections/pages in your Confluence anymore, just use them in your Markdown documentation. Mark uses an extended file format, which, still being valid markdown, contains several HTML-ish metadata headers, which can be used to locate a page inside the Confluence instance and update it accordingly. -
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Markra
A WYSIWYG Markdown editor with native AI. Fully open source
Markra is a free, open-source Markdown editor that combines visual document editing with built-in AI writing assistance. It offers a WYSIWYG interface and source editing mode for working with plain Markdown files. Users can format text, insert images, create tables, and render mathematical expressions and Mermaid diagrams. Its AI tools support rewriting, summarizing, translating, and expanding content with previews before changes are applied. The application provides tabs, folder workspaces, document outlines, and searchable writing sessions. It includes local spellchecking, customizable themes, and optional WebDAV synchronization. Documents remain stored locally by default, with external services used only when configured. Available for Windows, macOS, Linux, and web browsers, Markra supports personal and technical writing workflows. -
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Markpad
The Notepad equivalent for Markdown
Markpad is a free, open-source Markdown editor and viewer designed for lightweight document creation and reading. It combines a minimalist interface with powerful Markdown rendering and text editing capabilities. Users can write documents with the Monaco editor and preview formatted content in a synchronized split view. The software supports syntax-highlighted code blocks, mathematical expressions, Mermaid diagrams, and extended Markdown elements. It includes document tabs, multiple windows, session restoration, and a navigable table of contents. Users can customize typography, themes, and formatting tools while exporting documents to HTML or PDF. Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, Markpad provides a streamlined environment for writing technical documentation, notes, and formatted text. -
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Pix2Text
Open-Source Python3 tool for recognizing layouts, tables, and math
An Open-Source Python3 tool for recognizing layouts, tables, math formulas, and text in images, converting them into Markdown format. A free alternative to Mathpix, empowering seamless conversion of visual content into text-based representations. 80+ languages are supported. Pix2Text (P2T) aims to be a free and open-source Python alternative to Mathpix, and it can already accomplish Mathpix's core functionality. Pix2Text (P2T) can recognize layouts, tables, images, text, and mathematical formulas, and integrate all of these contents into Markdown format. P2T can also convert an entire PDF file (which can contain scanned images or any other format) into Markdown format. -
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Znote
znote.io public repository
Znote is a local-first Markdown editor that combines note-taking, executable code blocks, and AI-powered assistance. It stores documents as standard Markdown files directly on the user's computer. The application provides a WYSIWYG editor with themes, focus mode, tabs, tags, and full-text searching. Users can execute JavaScript and Node.js code inside notes to retrieve information, process data, and generate visualizations. Its integrated AI assistant can reference local files, summarize content, and perform actions through connected tools. Znote also supports voice transcription, web searching, and Model Context Protocol integrations. Compatible with existing Obsidian vaults, it allows users to export documents to HTML, PDF, or executable scripts. -
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Marker
A Desktop App for Easily Viewing and Editing Markdown Files
Marker is an open-source, user-friendly UI for writing & editing markdown files. Everything you create lives in your filesystem. -
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markdown-it
Markdown parser, done right. 100% CommonMark support, extensions
markdown-it is a fast and extensible JavaScript-based Markdown parser designed to convert Markdown text into HTML while maintaining strict compliance with the CommonMark specification and offering additional syntax enhancements. It is widely used in web applications, documentation tools, and content platforms due to its high performance and flexibility. The library is built with a rule-based parsing system that allows developers to customize or replace syntax rules, making it adaptable to a wide variety of use cases. It also supports plugins that extend functionality, such as adding emoji support, footnotes, or custom containers, enabling highly tailored rendering pipelines. markdown-it emphasizes security by default, ensuring that generated HTML is safe for use in web environments without introducing vulnerabilities. Its architecture balances speed and extensibility, making it suitable for both lightweight applications and large-scale content systems. -
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ColaMD
A free, elegant Markdown editor for macOS, Windows and Linux
ColaMD is a free, open-source Markdown editor for Windows, macOS, and Linux that provides a distraction-free writing environment. Its WYSIWYG editor displays formatted Markdown directly without requiring a separate preview pane. Documents automatically refresh when external applications, scripts, or AI coding agents modify their files. Users can browse Markdown folders, navigate document outlines, and switch to raw source editing. The application supports interactive task lists, mathematical formulas, syntax highlighting, and Mermaid diagrams. Twelve built-in themes and customizable fonts provide a personalized reading and writing experience. Search and replace tools simplify document editing. Finished documents can be exported as PDF, HTML, Word, or PNG files while preserving their formatting. -
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Markdown Viewer
Markdown Viewer / Browser Extension
Markdown Viewer and Browser Extension.
