MarkdownPad: A Recommended Markdown Editor for Windows

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Markdown is a markup language that can be written using a plain text editor. With simple markup syntax, it gives plain text content a certain format. Markdown is very suitable for writing. There are many online Markdown editors available on the internet. If you don't like the online editing method, Xiaoz Blog recommends MarkdownPad for Windows.

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MarkdownPad has a free version and a professional version. The professional version is priced at $14.95 USD. If you have the means, consider purchasing the professional version, as the price is not very high. Let's look at its features.

Features

  • Real-time preview
  • Supports multiple Markdown syntax formats with easy switching
  • Supports export to HTML/PDF
  • Native support for the Chinese language, making it easy to use
  • Built-in image upload and syntax highlighting

Setting Chinese Language

After installation, the default interface is in English, but it can be easily changed. Go to Tools -> Options -> Language and select Chinese to save. See the screenshot below.

MarkdownPad Language Settings

HTML Rendering Errors

If you are a Windows 10 user and find that Markdown does not support real-time preview and an HTML rendering error appears, simply install awesomium_v1.6.6_sdk_win and restart the application.

HTML Rendering Error

Official Website

The official website is markdownpad.com. You can download the latest version or purchase a professional license here. Additionally, WizNote is also recommended as it supports Markdown syntax. However, the two have different positioning: one is an editor, and the other is a cloud-based knowledge management note-taking app. Choose according to your needs.