Typora Markdown: Complete Guide
Typora is a minimal markdown editor that removes the split-pane preview by rendering markdown inline as you type. It supports GFM, math, diagrams, and exports to PDF, HTML, Word, and more. Typora provides a seamless writing experience where formatted output appears immediately.
Markdown support:Full
Markdown Support in Typora
| 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
- Renders markdown inline (WYSIWYG style) with no separate preview pane.
- Supports Mermaid diagrams and sequence diagrams natively.
- Math rendering uses MathJax/KaTeX for LaTeX expressions.
- Typora is a paid app after a free trial period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Typora support markdown?
Yes. Typora is a dedicated markdown editor with full support for CommonMark, GFM tables, task lists, footnotes, math, and diagrams. It renders markdown inline as you type.
How do you bold text in Typora?
Type **bold text** and Typora will immediately render it as bold. You can also use Ctrl/Cmd + B to toggle bold formatting.
Is Typora free?
Typora offers a free trial, but it requires a one-time license purchase after the trial period. It is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Can Typora export to PDF?
Yes. Typora can export markdown to PDF, HTML, Word (docx), OpenDocument, LaTeX, EPUB, and other formats using its built-in export functionality.