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.
Features
- Instant Markdown rendering with a distraction-free Typora-style writing experience
- Dual editing modes for live formatted documents and advanced Markdown source editing
- Tabbed document management with local file opening, editing, and saving
- Automatic document outlines for quick navigation between headings and sections
- Customizable visual themes with theme editing, importing, and exporting capabilities
- Integrated spell checking, configurable image uploads, and productivity keyboard shortcuts