File extension .MARKDOWN
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Markdown Markup Language Format | John Gruber | Developer Files |
The MARKDOWN file extension is widely used for text-to-HTML conversion documents. These documents are plain text files that can be opened using any text editor such as Notepad or any word processor software, but a specialized Markdown editor such as Typora can also be used to open this type of document.
MARKDOWN files are written using a lightweight markup language and are normally saved with the .md filename extension. It is based on an easy-to-learn syntax that can be used to mark up the text. The language syntax enables formatting of paragraphs and other elements such as headings, lists, links, and code snippets that can be converted into HTML code. Markdown is also supported by other popular formats such as .txt, .pdf, and .docx. Additionally, the MARKDOWN syntax can be used in many web applications, such as Reddit, Stack Overflow, and GitHub.
Markdown File Structure
A MARKDOWN file consists of three major parts: metadata, stylesheet declarations, and the main document body. Metadata includes data about the document itself such as author name, title, and publishing date while the stylesheet declarations are used to apply CSS styles to different parts of the document. The main body of a MARKDOWN file contains paragraphs and various other elements such as headings, lists, links, images, and code samples.
Similar File Extensions
Similar file extensions include .markdown, .mdown, .mkdn, .mdwn, .mdtxt, and .mdtext.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .MARKDOWN) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .MARKDOWN extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .MARKDOWN file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .MARKDOWN extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .MARKDOWN extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .MARKDOWN file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .MARKDOWN file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .MARKDOWN file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .MARKDOWN file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .MARKDOWN file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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