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Markdown to PDF Converter

Write or paste Markdown, preview the styled document, and download a PDF without sending the document to a conversion server.

Document title

Write your introduction here.

Key points

  • First point
  • Second point

Create a PDF from Markdown in your browser

The Markdown-to-PDF converter renders headings, lists, tables, blockquotes, and code blocks with a consistent document style, then creates a downloadable PDF in the browser.

The tool uses client-side PDF generation, so mdkit does not receive the Markdown you enter. The current export uses a fixed Letter-size portrait layout and default margins.

For advanced layout control such as custom fonts, running headers, a generated table of contents, or precise pagination, convert the Markdown to HTML and use a dedicated print stylesheet or a document tool such as Pandoc.

Documents that work well

The default layout suits straightforward reports, notes, resumes, and documentation with conventional headings and tables.

Input
# Weekly report

## Progress

- Shipped onboarding
- Resolved 12 support issues
Output
A styled Letter-size PDF with the heading hierarchy and bullet list shown in the preview.

How to use the Markdown to PDF Converter

  1. 1

    Write or paste Markdown

    Enter Markdown in the editor. Use headings, lists, tables, blockquotes, and fenced code blocks to structure the document.

  2. 2

    Preview the rendered output

    The preview panel shows the content and styling used as the source for PDF generation. Pagination can still differ in the downloaded file.

  3. 3

    Download the PDF

    Click Download PDF. The browser creates and saves a Letter-size PDF from the preview.

Limits to know before you publish

  • The current export uses Letter-size portrait pages, fixed margins, and a fixed filename.
  • Code blocks are formatted but not syntax-colored by language.
  • Long tables, wide code blocks, and manual page breaks may not paginate cleanly; review the downloaded file.

Common use cases

  • Exporting a README or technical doc as a distributable PDF for customers or stakeholders
  • Producing ebooks or technical guides from Markdown drafts
  • Generating resumes and cover letters in Markdown and exporting to PDF for job applications
  • Creating shareable PDF reports from Markdown-based meeting notes or status updates

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my PDF look different from the preview?+
Client-side PDF generation rasterizes and paginates the preview into fixed Letter-size pages. Long tables, code blocks, fonts, and page boundaries can differ, so review the downloaded file.
Can I include custom fonts or styles?+
The default stylesheet is fixed to ensure consistent output. For custom styling, convert to HTML first (using the Markdown to HTML tool), apply your own CSS, then use your browser's print-to-PDF from there.
Does it support code syntax highlighting in the PDF?+
Fenced code blocks retain code formatting, but the current PDF tool does not apply language-specific syntax colors.
Is my Markdown sent to a server to generate the PDF?+
No. Markdown rendering and PDF generation happen in your browser; mdkit does not upload the document to a PDF service.
Can I set page breaks manually?+
The current tool does not provide a reliable manual page-break control. For precise pagination, convert to HTML and use print CSS or use Pandoc.

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