StackEdit Markdown: Complete Guide
StackEdit is a free, in-browser markdown editor with live preview. It supports GFM, math, diagrams, and can sync notes with Google Drive, Dropbox, and GitHub. StackEdit works offline and publishes directly to Blogger, WordPress, and Zendesk.
Markdown support:Full
Markdown Support in StackEdit
| Format | Syntax | Support |
|---|---|---|
| Bold | **text** | Yes |
| Italic | *text* | Yes |
| Strikethrough | ~~text~~ | Yes |
| Headings | # H1 ... ###### H6 | Yes |
| Links | [text](url) | Yes |
| Images |  | Yes |
| Blockquotes | > quote | Yes |
| Ordered Lists | 1. item | Yes |
| Unordered Lists | - item | Yes |
| Code (inline) | `code` | Yes |
| Code Blocks | ```lang\ncode\n``` | Yes |
| Tables | | col | col | | Yes |
| Task Lists | - [ ] task | Yes |
| Footnotes | [^1] | Yes |
| Horizontal Rule | --- | Yes |
Things to know
- Runs entirely in the browser with offline support via service workers.
- Syncs with Google Drive, Dropbox, GitHub, and GitLab.
- Can publish directly to Blogger, WordPress, and Zendesk.
- Supports KaTeX math and Mermaid diagrams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does StackEdit support markdown?
Yes. StackEdit is a full-featured markdown editor with support for GFM, tables, task lists, footnotes, math, and diagrams. It runs entirely in your browser.
How do you bold text in StackEdit?
Wrap the text with double asterisks: **bold text**. StackEdit renders the formatting in its side-by-side live preview.
Is StackEdit free?
Yes. StackEdit is free and open source. It works in your browser with no installation required and supports offline editing.
Can StackEdit sync with Google Drive?
Yes. StackEdit can sync your markdown documents with Google Drive, Dropbox, GitHub, and GitLab. Changes are synchronized automatically.