MarkText
About MarkText
MarkText is a simple and elegant markdown editor designed for speed and usability. It provides a clean interface for distraction-free writing with real-time preview capabilities. The editor supports CommonMark, GitHub Flavored Markdown, and some Pandoc markdown features.
Available for Linux, macOS, and Windows, MarkText includes various themes and editing modes to suit different preferences. It allows users to export documents as HTML or PDF files. The project is open-source and maintained by a community of contributors.
Summary based on the project's official README and description.
Key features
- Realtime preview (WYSIWYG) and a clean interface for distraction-free writing
- Support for CommonMark, GitHub Flavored Markdown, and selective Pandoc markdown features
- Markdown extensions including math expressions (KaTeX), front matter, and emojis
- Output to HTML and PDF files
- Various themes and editing modes like Source Code mode, Typewriter mode, and Focus mode
- Paste images directly from clipboard
Download v0.19.1
Jun 25, 2026WindowsWindows
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Frequently asked questions
- Is MarkText free?
- Yes. MarkText is free and open-source software, distributed under the MIT license.
- Which platforms does MarkText support?
- MarkText provides downloads for Windows, macOS, Linux.
- What is the latest version of MarkText?
- The latest version is v0.19.1, released on Jun 6, 2026.
- What platforms does MarkText support?
- MarkText is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
- How can I install MarkText on macOS?
- You can download the latest version from the release page or use Homebrew with the command 'brew install --cask mark-text'.
- Is MarkText free to use?
- Yes, MarkText is an open-source project and free to use.
- Can I contribute to MarkText?
- Yes, contributions are welcome. Please check the Contributing Guide before making a pull request.
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