How to Write Markdown (With Live Preview)
Markdown is a simple way to write formatted text — headings, lists, links, code — using plain characters, and it powers READMEs, docs, notes, and many chat apps. Kitolity’s editor renders it live in your browser so you can see the result as you type.
The tool
Markdown Editor
Step by step
- Open the Markdown EditorGo to the Markdown Editor in your browser.
- Type MarkdownWrite in the editor pane using Markdown syntax.
- See the live previewWatch the formatted result update as you type.
- Copy or exportCopy the Markdown or the rendered output. Everything stays on your device.
Markdown basics
Use # for headings, - or * for bullet lists, **text** for bold and *text* for italics, `code` for inline code, and [label](url) for links. Fenced code blocks use triple backticks. That handful of marks covers most day-to-day writing.
Where is Markdown used?
GitHub/GitLab READMEs and issues, static-site and docs generators, note apps like Obsidian and Notion, and many chat tools. Learning it once pays off across all of them.
Frequently asked questions
Is my writing saved to a server?
No — the editor runs in your browser, so your text stays on your device.
Does it show a live preview?
Yes — the rendered output updates as you type.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up.