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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.
Features
- GitHub-style Markdown rendering with syntax highlighting, KaTeX equations, and Mermaid diagrams
- Monaco-based text editing with Vim support and synchronized split-screen previews
- Document navigation through collapsible headings, tables of contents, and distraction-free reading
- Custom typography, adjustable zoom, formatting toolbars, and imported VS Code themes
- Tabbed document management with session restoration, recent files, and automatic file reloading
- Extended Markdown support with wikilinks, embedded content, callouts, and HTML or PDF export
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