What is a Markdown file?
| 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 Markdown conversions
How to open a Markdown file?
If you don't know how to view a Markdown file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert Markdown files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple Markdown files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing Markdowns.
Pasting Markdown files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting Markdown files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a Markdown file, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big Markdowns, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert Markdown 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 Markdown 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 Markdowns safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your Markdown 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 Markdowns and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 11,818,309 files so far.
Join thousands who have trusted us to convert over 11,818,309 files so far.
How long does it take to convert Markdown?
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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