Frequently Asked Questions

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## Troubleshooting

### The PDF generation is taking too long. What should I do?

PDF generation time depends on content complexity:
- **Small documents** (< 1,000 words): Usually instant
- **Medium documents** (1,000-10,000 words): 2-5 seconds
- **Large documents** (10,000+ words): 5-15 seconds

**Solutions:**
- Close other browser tabs to free up memory
- Break large documents into smaller sections
- Check your internet connection for external images

### The preview doesn't match the PDF output. Why?

This can happen due to:
- **Font differences**: Browser fonts vs. PDF fonts
- **Image loading**: External images may not load in preview
- **Page breaks**: PDF pagination differs from browser rendering

**Solutions:**
- Check that external images are accessible
- Verify your Markdown syntax is correct
- Try generating the PDF to see the actual output

### I'm getting an error when generating PDF. What's wrong?

Common causes and solutions:

**"Content is empty"**
- Ensure you've entered Markdown content
- Check that the input area is not blank

**"PDF generation failed"**
- Try refreshing the page
- Check your browser compatibility
- Ensure you have sufficient memory available

**"Download failed"**
- Check your browser's download settings
- Ensure pop-ups are not blocked
- Try using a different browser

### The PDF looks different than expected. How can I fix it?

**Formatting Issues:**
- Check your Markdown syntax
- Ensure proper heading hierarchy
- Verify table formatting

**Layout Issues:**
- Adjust page margins
- Try different page sizes
- Consider page orientation

**Content Issues:**
- Check for unclosed brackets or parentheses
- Verify image URLs are accessible
- Ensure code blocks are properly formatted

## Advanced Questions

### Can I save my conversion settings?

Yes, the tool includes a history feature that saves:
- Your Markdown content
- PDF generation settings
- Conversion timestamps
- Document titles

You can access and restore previous conversions from the history panel.

### Is there a way to batch convert multiple documents?

Currently, the tool processes one document at a time. For multiple documents:
1. Convert each document individually
2. Use the history feature to manage multiple conversions
3. Download each PDF separately

### Can I embed custom fonts in the PDF?

The tool uses standard web fonts for PDF generation. Custom font embedding is not currently supported, but the generated PDFs use high-quality standard fonts that are widely compatible.

### Is there an API for programmatic access?

The tool is designed for direct browser use. API access is not currently available, but all processing happens locally in your browser, so you have full control over your content.

### Can I convert HTML to PDF instead of Markdown?

The tool is specifically designed for Markdown to PDF conversion. For HTML to PDF conversion, you would need a different tool or service.

## Performance Questions

### What's the maximum document size I can convert?

The tool can handle documents of various sizes:
- **Small**: < 1,000 words (instant processing)
- **Medium**: 1,000-10,000 words (2-5 seconds)
- **Large**: 10,000+ words (5-15 seconds)
- **Very Large**: 50,000+ words (15-30 seconds)

**Limitations:**
- Browser memory limits
- Network speed for external images
- Device processing power

### Why is the tool slow on my device?

Performance can be affected by:
- **Device specifications**: Older devices may be slower
- **Browser version**: Older browsers may have performance issues
- **Memory usage**: Close other applications to free up memory
- **Network speed**: External images require internet access

### Can I speed up the conversion process?

**Optimization tips:**
- Use a modern, updated browser
- Close unnecessary browser tabs
- Ensure stable internet connection
- Use smaller images or fewer external resources
- Break very large documents into sections

## Privacy and Security Questions

### Where is my content stored?

Your content is **never stored anywhere**:
- **Local processing**: Everything happens in your browser
- **No server storage**: We don't have servers to store your content
- **No cloud storage**: Your content never goes to the cloud
- **Complete privacy**: Your documents remain on your device

### Can you see my content?

No, we cannot see your content because:
- **No server processing**: We don't have access to your content
- **Local generation**: PDFs are created entirely in your browser
- **No data transmission**: Your content never leaves your device
- **No logging**: We don't log or track your content

### Is the tool safe for sensitive documents?

Yes, the tool is safe for sensitive documents because:
- **Local processing**: Everything happens on your device
- **No network transmission**: Content never leaves your browser
- **No external storage**: Nothing is saved to external servers
- **Complete control**: You control all aspects of your content

### What happens if I close my browser?

If you close your browser:
- **Content is lost**: The input content is not automatically saved
- **Use history**: Check the history feature for previous conversions
- **Save manually**: Copy your content before closing if needed
- **No recovery**: We cannot recover lost content

## Feature Questions

### Can I add watermarks to my PDF?

Watermark functionality is not currently available. The tool focuses on clean, professional PDF generation without additional overlays.

### Can I password-protect my PDF?

PDF password protection is not currently supported. The tool generates standard PDFs without encryption or password protection.

### Can I merge multiple PDFs?

The tool creates individual PDFs from Markdown content. PDF merging functionality is not available.

### Can I convert PDFs back to Markdown?

The tool only converts Markdown to PDF, not the reverse. For PDF to Markdown conversion, you would need a different tool.

### Can I add digital signatures?

Digital signature functionality is not currently available. The tool generates standard PDFs without signature capabilities.

## Support Questions

### How can I get help if I have issues?

**Self-help options:**
- Check this FAQ for common issues
- Review the documentation
- Try the examples provided
- Test with simpler content first

**Browser troubleshooting:**
- Clear browser cache
- Try a different browser
- Update your browser
- Check browser console for errors

### Can I request new features?

Feature requests are welcome! While we can't guarantee implementation, we consider all suggestions for future improvements.

### Is there a mobile app?

The tool is a web application that works on mobile browsers. A dedicated mobile app is not currently available.

### Can I use the tool offline?

The tool requires an internet connection for:
- Loading external images
- Accessing the web application
- PDF generation libraries

However, once loaded, basic functionality may work offline for simple documents without external resources.

## Still Have Questions?

If you don't find the answer to your question in this FAQ:

1. **Check the documentation**: Review the comprehensive guides
2. **Try the examples**: Test with the provided examples
3. **Browser troubleshooting**: Try different browsers or clear cache
4. **Simplify your content**: Test with basic Markdown first

The Markdown to PDF converter is designed to be simple and reliable. Most issues can be resolved by checking your Markdown syntax, ensuring browser compatibility, or trying with simpler content first.