How to convert HTML to MD?
You can convert HTML to MD with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose HTML files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your HTMLs.
You can also click to select HTML files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste an HTML file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with HTML files to MD is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on MD from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's MD or something else.
- Download your MD files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted MD files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each MD.
On desktop platforms, you can download the MD files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the MDs with other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .html |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .htm |
| Category | Document/Office file formats |
| Developed by | WHATWG |
| Mime type | text/html |
Format description
HTML, short for HyperText Markup Language, is the foundation for all web pages and websites. HTML files contain the basic structure of a web page, but they can also contain references to other resources, such as CSS for styling and JavaScript for interactivity. HTML files can be viewed with browsers, which interpret the code and display it to the user.| File extension | .md |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .markdown |
| Category | Document/Office file formats |
| Developed by | John Gruber, Aaron Swartz and others |
| Mime type | text/markdown |
Format description
Markdown files are text-based files with lightweight markup symbols which define how the text should be formatted. They are frequently used by developers for README files and creating basic documentation. The Markdown format can also be used on many websites and services that allow text-based user generated content, such as Stack Overflow, GitHub, Reddit, Discord, and various forums.MConverter's Markdown file converter uses the CommonMark flavor, which offers more standardized markup rules.
Common questions about converting HTML to MD
Can I convert HTML to MD in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple HTMLs to MDs simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing HTMLs to convert to MD.
Pasting HTML files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting HTML files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an HTML file to MD, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big HTMLs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert HTML files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert HTML files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting HTMLs to MD safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your HTML files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your HTMLs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 14,959,634 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 14,959,634 files so far.
How long does it take to convert HTML to MD?
For most documents, the wait may be a minute or so. However, MConverter also supports converting larger documents, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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