MarkdownPaste Help & Documentation

Everything you need to know about using MarkdownPaste

Quick Start

  1. 1
    Visit the editor: Go to /create to start writing your document
  2. 2
    Write in Markdown: Use the editor to write your content using Markdown syntax
  3. 3
    Preview in real-time: See your formatted content in the preview pane
  4. 4
    Save and share: Publish your document and share the link with others

Markdown Basics

Headers

# Header 1
## Header 2
### Header 3

Text Formatting

**Bold text**
*Italic text*
~~Strikethrough~~

Lists

- Item 1
- Item 2
  - Nested item

1. Numbered item
2. Another item

Links & Images

[Link text](https://example.com)
![Alt text](image.jpg)

Code Highlighting

MarkdownPaste supports syntax highlighting for many programming languages:

Inline Code

Use `backticks` for inline code.

Code Blocks

```javascript
function hello() {
  console.log("Hello, world!");
}
```

Supported languages: JavaScript, Python, Java, C++, HTML, CSS, JSON, and many more!

Tables

Create tables using pipes and dashes:

| Header 1 | Header 2 | Header 3 |
|----------|----------|----------|
| Row 1    | Data     | More     |
| Row 2    | Data     | More     |

Use colons to align columns: :-- (left), :-: (center), --: (right)

Document Options

🔓 Public Documents

Visible to everyone and searchable. Perfect for sharing knowledge and tutorials.

🔗 Unlisted Documents

Only accessible via direct link. Great for sharing with specific people.

🔒 Password Protected

Require a password to view. Ideal for sensitive or private content.

✏️ Edit Keys

Allow collaborative editing with special edit links.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create an account?

You can create documents without an account, but registering allows you to manage your documents, edit them later, and access additional features. Click "Sign Up" to get started.

Can I edit my documents after publishing?

Yes! If you're logged in, you can edit your own documents. You can also create edit keys to allow others to collaborate on your documents.

How long do documents stay available?

Documents remain available indefinitely unless you choose to delete them. We don't have automatic expiration for documents.

Can I export my documents?

Yes! You can export your documents as Markdown, HTML, or PDF files using the export options in the document viewer.

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