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What Does This Tool Do?
README Viewer is a beautiful, real-time markdown editor and viewer. It allows you to write or paste markdown content and instantly see how it will look when rendered. Perfect for creating and previewing README files, documentation, or any markdown content.
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Key Features
- Live Preview: See your markdown rendered in real-time as you type
- Syntax Highlighting: Beautiful code highlighting for multiple languages
- Dark & Light Themes: Choose your preferred viewing mode
- Copy HTML: Export your rendered markdown as HTML
- Auto-Save: Your content is automatically saved to local storage
- Example Template: Load a comprehensive markdown example to get started
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How to Use
- Step 1: Type or paste your markdown content in the left editor panel
- Step 2: Watch the live preview update automatically on the right
- Step 3: Use "Copy HTML" to export the rendered HTML
- Step 4: Click "Example" to see a sample markdown document
- Step 5: Toggle between dark and light themes using the theme button
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What markdown features are supported?
All standard markdown features including headers, lists, code blocks, tables, blockquotes, images, links, and more. We use GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) for maximum compatibility.
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Is my content saved automatically?
Yes! Your markdown content is automatically saved to your browser's local storage, so you won't lose your work even if you close the tab.
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Can I upload markdown files?
Currently, the tool supports pasting content directly. You can open your .md file in any text editor, copy the content, and paste it into the editor.
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What keyboard shortcuts are available?
Ctrl/Cmd + K to clear, Ctrl/Cmd + E to load example, and Ctrl/Cmd + D to toggle dark mode.