Try a heading, emphasis and a link in Markdown, compare the rendered HTML, and check the destination before copying formatted text.
Use the preview to check meaning as well as appearance. A heading should become a heading, a link should keep its destination, and code examples should remain readable rather than being mistaken for page markup.
Worked example: Check three common Markdown elements
Input
## Packing list Bring **water** and [read the guide](https://example.com).
Expected result
A level-two heading, bold water, and a clickable read the guide link.
The HTML should use h2, strong and a elements for those parts. A destination editor can change pasted formatting; compare its result with the preview rather than assuming the clipboard guarantees identical styling.
Before you use the result
- Test links and nested lists after pasting.
- Use a heading level that fits the document around it.
- Treat HTML exports as document content, not as a complete website.
If the result is not what you expected
The destination loses some formatting.
Some editors accept only part of the clipboard's rich formatting. Try the HTML export if the destination supports HTML, or use plain Markdown in an editor that understands it.
Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Step 1
Type or paste Markdown into the left editor pane, or choose a starter template.
Step 2
View the live formatted preview on the right, or toggle to inspect raw HTML.
Step 3
Click 'Copy Rich Text' to paste into Docs or email, or 'Copy HTML' for web publishing.
Step 4
Save your work as a .md file or a standalone .html document.
Pro Tip for Best Output Quality
Custom React component tags or custom MDX syntax are rendered as plain text.
Key Capabilities & Features
Split-Screen Live Preview
Real-time rendering of GitHub-flavored markdown with headers, tables, and task lists.
Rich Text Clipboard Copy
Copy formatted rich text directly to paste with styling intact into Google Docs, Notion, or Gmail.
Clean HTML Export
Generate clean HTML markup suitable for website blogs and email templates.
Markdown Toolbar
Quick buttons to insert bold, italics, headers, quotes, tables, and code fences.
Curated Templates
Instant starter templates for project READMEs, release notes, and documentation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to try Markdown to HTML & Live Preview?
Open Markdown to HTML & Live Preview and try the example from this guide. Check the tool page for supported formats, limits, and access requirements.