Documentation Core Tools Markdown To Html

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

What is the Markdown to HTML Converter?

The Markdown to HTML Converter is an online tool that transforms Markdown text into clean, semantic HTML. It supports standard Markdown syntax, GitHub Flavored Markdown extensions, and provides advanced formatting options with real-time preview.

Is the tool free to use?

Yes, the Markdown to HTML Converter is completely free to use. There are no usage limits, registration requirements, or hidden fees.

Do I need to create an account?

No account is required. You can use the tool immediately without any registration or login process.

What browsers are supported?

The tool works in all modern browsers:

Chrome 90+
Firefox 88+
Safari 14+
Edge 90+

Technical Questions

What Markdown features are supported?

The converter supports:

Standard Markdown: Headers, lists, links, images, code blocks, blockquotes
GitHub Flavored Markdown: Tables, task lists, strikethrough, autolinks
Code highlighting: 50+ programming languages
Custom HTML: Mix Markdown with HTML elements

What is the maximum document size?

The converter can handle documents up to 1MB in size. For larger documents, consider breaking them into smaller sections.

How fast is the conversion?

Conversion is typically instant for documents under 100KB. Larger documents may take a few seconds to process.

Can I convert HTML back to Markdown?

No, this tool only converts Markdown to HTML. HTML to Markdown conversion is a separate process that would require a different tool.

Security Questions

Is my content secure?

Yes, your content is processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to external servers, ensuring complete privacy and security.

What HTML sanitization is performed?

The converter removes potentially dangerous elements:

<script> tags and JavaScript code
<iframe> elements
Event handlers (onclick, onload, etc.)
Potentially dangerous attributes

Can I disable HTML sanitization?

HTML sanitization is enabled by default for security. You can disable it for trusted content, but this is not recommended for user-generated content.

Are external links safe?

The converter validates URLs and blocks dangerous protocols like javascript: and data:. Only safe protocols like http:, https:, and mailto: are allowed.

Usage Questions

How do I copy the HTML output?

Click the "Copy" button in the HTML output panel, or use Ctrl+C (Cmd+C on Mac) to copy the selected HTML text.

Can I download the HTML as a file?

Yes, click the "Download" button to save the HTML as a file. The file will be named with a timestamp by default.

How do I use the live preview?

The live preview automatically updates as you type in the Markdown input area. It shows how the HTML will look when rendered in a browser.

Can I save my conversions?

Yes, the tool automatically saves your conversion history. You can access previous conversions from the history panel and reload them with a single click.

Formatting Questions

How do I create tables?

Use GitHub Flavored Markdown table syntax:

| Header 1 | Header 2 |
| -------- | -------- |
| Cell 1   | Cell 2   |

How do I add code highlighting?

Specify the language after the opening backticks:

```javascript
console.log('Hello World');
```


### How do I create task lists?

Use GitHub Flavored Markdown task list syntax:

```markdown
- [x] Completed task
- [ ] Pending task

How do I add strikethrough text?

Use double tildes around the text:

~~This text is crossed out~~

Output Questions

What's the difference between HTML and XHTML output?

HTML: Standard HTML with self-closing tags like <br>
XHTML: XHTML-compliant output with self-closing tags like <br />

What encoding options are available?

UTF-8: Full Unicode support (recommended)
ASCII: Basic Latin characters only
Latin-1: Western European character set

Can I customize the HTML output?

The converter generates clean, semantic HTML. For custom styling, you can add CSS to the output or use the HTML in your own templates.

How do I handle line breaks?

Enable the "Line Breaks" option to convert single line breaks to <br> tags. When disabled, line breaks follow standard Markdown rules.

Integration Questions

Can I use this in my application?

Yes, the converter can be integrated into web applications. Check the API Reference for technical details.

Is there a JavaScript API?

Yes, the tool provides a JavaScript API for programmatic conversion. See the API Reference for details.

Can I use this offline?

The tool requires an internet connection to load the conversion library. For offline use, you would need to download and integrate the library into your application.