## Blog
Markdown on Mac
Guides, tutorials, and tips for working with Markdown files on macOS.
How-To
How to Open .md Files on Mac
4 methods to open and view Markdown files on macOS, from TextEdit to dedicated viewers.
Guide
What Is a .md File?
A plain-English guide to Markdown files — what they are, where you find them, and how to read them.
Reference
Markdown Cheat Sheet
Quick reference for all Markdown syntax — headings, formatting, links, code blocks, tables, and GitHub extras.
How-To
Preview GitHub README.md Locally on Mac
Stop pushing to check formatting. Preview README files locally with full GitHub Flavored Markdown support.
Workflow
Paste Formatted Markdown into Gmail, Outlook, and Docs
Convert your .md files to rich text and paste directly into email clients and document editors.
How-To
View Obsidian Notes Outside Obsidian
Open and read Obsidian vault files on Mac without the Obsidian app installed.
Guide
Markdown for Technical Writers
Why technical writers should use Markdown for documentation, and the preview workflow that makes it practical.
Feature
Markdown Reading Themes
System, Sepia, Nord, and Solarized — choosing the right theme for reading Markdown.
Reference
GitHub Markdown Callouts
NOTE, TIP, IMPORTANT, WARNING, CAUTION — syntax and rendering for GitHub-style alerts.
How-To
Set the Default App for .md Files on macOS
Step-by-step: make every .md file on your Mac open with a proper Markdown viewer.
Feature
Auto-Generated Table of Contents for Markdown
Navigate long Markdown files with an automatically generated TOC — no plugins, no CLI tools.