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Documentation Core Tools Markdown To Pdf

Basic Usage

This guide will walk you through the fundamental steps to convert your Markdown content to PDF using our online converter.

Step 1: Input Your Markdown Content

Text Input

  1. Navigate to the Markdown input area
  2. Type or paste your Markdown content directly into the text area
  3. The content will be automatically previewed in real-time

Supported Markdown Syntax

The converter supports all standard Markdown elements:

# Heading 1

## Heading 2

### Heading 3

**Bold text** and _italic text_

- Unordered list item 1
- Unordered list item 2

1. Ordered list item 1
2. Ordered list item 2

[Link text](https://example.com)

![Image alt text](image-url.jpg)

`inline code`

`code block`

> Blockquote text

| Column 1 | Column 2 |
| -------- | -------- |
| Cell 1   | Cell 2   |

Step 2: Configure PDF Settings

Page Size Options

  • A4 (210 × 297 mm) - Standard document size
  • A3 (297 × 420 mm) - Larger format for presentations
  • Letter (8.5 × 11 in) - US standard
  • Legal (8.5 × 14 in) - Legal documents

Orientation

  • Portrait: Vertical layout (default)
  • Landscape: Horizontal layout for wide content

Margins

Set custom margins in millimeters:

  • Top Margin: Space from top edge
  • Bottom Margin: Space from bottom edge
  • Left Margin: Space from left edge
  • Right Margin: Space from right edge

Additional Options

  • Include Table of Contents: Automatically generate TOC from headers
  • Include Page Numbers: Add page numbers to the bottom of each page

Step 3: Preview Your Content

The preview panel shows exactly how your content will appear in the final PDF:

  • Real-time rendering as you type
  • Accurate representation of formatting
  • Visual feedback for all Markdown elements

Step 4: Generate PDF

  1. Click the "Generate PDF" button
  2. Wait for the processing to complete
  3. The PDF will be automatically prepared for download

Step 5: Download Your PDF

Once generation is complete:

  1. Click "Download PDF" to save the file
  2. The PDF will be saved to your default download location
  3. The filename will include a timestamp for easy identification

Quick Start Example

Here's a simple example to get you started:

  1. Copy this sample content:
# My Document

This is a **sample document** created with the Markdown to PDF converter.

## Features

- Real-time preview
- Customizable settings
- Professional output

## Conclusion

The tool makes it easy to create professional PDFs from Markdown content.
  1. Paste it into the input area
  2. Adjust settings (optional)
  3. Click "Generate PDF"
  4. Download your document

Tips for Best Results

Content Organization

  • Use clear heading hierarchy (H1 → H2 → H3)
  • Keep paragraphs concise and well-structured
  • Use lists for better readability

Formatting

  • Avoid extremely long lines
  • Use consistent spacing
  • Test different page sizes for optimal layout

Images

  • Ensure image URLs are accessible
  • Use appropriate image sizes
  • Consider image placement in the document

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Content not appearing in preview

  • Check for syntax errors in your Markdown
  • Ensure all brackets and parentheses are properly closed

PDF generation fails

  • Verify your content is not empty
  • Check browser compatibility
  • Try refreshing the page

Download not working

  • Check your browser's download settings
  • Ensure pop-ups are not blocked
  • Try using a different browser

Getting Help

If you encounter issues:

  1. Check the browser console for error messages
  2. Try with a simpler document first
  3. Ensure you're using a supported browser
  4. Clear your browser cache and try again

Next Steps

Once you're comfortable with basic usage, explore:

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