Markdown Reader — Open & Read .md Files Online, Free

Open any .md or Markdown file in a full-screen reader with live preview, dark mode, Mermaid diagrams, GFM tables, and code block syntax highlighting. No installation, no sign-up, no upload — drag in a file or paste your text. Ideal for reading README files, documentation drafts, AI prompts, and notes from any device, with reader-friendly typography and adjustable font size.

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Markdown Editor

# Welcome to Markdown Reader

A powerful, privacy-first markdown reader with **full-screen reader mode** and **dark mode**.

## Features

| Feature | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| Full-Screen Reader | Read markdown in an immersive full-screen layout |
| Dark Mode | Easy on the eyes for late-night reading |
| Multiple Themes | GitHub, Academic, Minimal, Resume, Modern |
| File Upload | Open .md, .markdown, and .txt files |
| Mermaid Diagrams | Flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more |
| GFM Support | Tables, task lists, strikethrough |

## Quick Start

1. Type or paste markdown in the editor
2. Open Full-Screen Reader for immersive reading
3. Toggle **dark mode** with the moon button
4. Choose your preferred theme from the dropdown

### Task Lists

- [x] Upload and read markdown files
- [x] Dark mode support
- [x] Mermaid diagrams
- [x] Multiple export themes
- [x] GFM tables and task lists

### Code Blocks

```javascript
function greet(name) {
  return `Hello, ${name}! Welcome to tinyMD.`;
}

console.log(greet("Reader"));
```

### Mermaid Diagrams

```mermaid
graph LR
    A[Upload MD] --> B[Read & Edit]
    B --> C[Full-Screen Reader]
    C --> D{Looks good?}
    D -->|Yes| E[Export / Share]
    D -->|No| B
```

### Blockquotes

> "The best way to predict the future is to invent it."
> — Alan Kay

### Inline Formatting

This text has **bold**, *italic*, ~~strikethrough~~, and `inline code`.

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About Markdown Reader

A free, privacy-first online markdown reader and editor. All processing happens in your browser — no data is sent to any server. Similar to Dillinger, but with dark mode, mermaid diagram support, and multiple reader themes.

Supported Features

Headings (H1–H6)Bold / ItalicStrikethroughLinks & ImagesOrdered & Unordered ListsTask Lists (GFM)Tables (GFM)Code BlocksBlockquotesHorizontal RulesDark ModeMermaid Diagrams

How to use Markdown Reader

Open the Markdown Reader at tinymd.io/tools/markdown-reader
Upload a .md or .markdown file, or paste Markdown text into the reader
Switch to full-screen reading mode and adjust font, spacing, and theme controls
Use Markdown Viewer instead when you want a quick file preview rather than long-form reading

Why use tinyMD for Markdown Reader

Distraction-free full-screen reading mode for long Markdown documents
Font size, font family, line-height, and paragraph spacing controls
Dark mode and theme controls for comfortable extended reading
Mermaid diagram rendering inside reader mode

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Markdown Reader and Markdown Viewer on tinyMD?

Markdown Reader is for long-form reading with full-screen mode, font controls, spacing controls, and dark mode. Markdown Viewer is for quickly opening and previewing .md files with a clean rendered output.

Can I read a local .md file online without uploading it?

Yes. Open a .md or .markdown file in the reader and tinyMD renders it locally in your browser. Your content is not uploaded to a server.

Can I adjust font size and line spacing in the Markdown Reader?

Yes. The reader provides controls for font size, font family, line height, and paragraph spacing so you can customize the reading experience for comfort.

Does the Markdown Reader support dark mode for night reading?

Yes. The reader includes dark mode and typography controls for comfortable reading during longer sessions.

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