MarkdownFTW Blog
Guides, tips, and tutorials for working with Markdown.
What is Markdown? A Beginner's Guide
Learn what Markdown is, where it came from, why millions of people use it, and how to get started with basic syntax in minutes.
Markdown vs Rich Text: When to Use Each
A practical comparison of Markdown and rich text editors. Learn the pros, cons, and ideal use cases for each format.
How to Convert Markdown to PDF
Step-by-step methods for converting Markdown files to professional PDF documents using free tools, CLI utilities, and online converters.
Markdown for Discord: Complete Formatting Guide
Master Discord's Markdown formatting — bold, italic, code blocks, spoilers, headers, lists, and hidden tricks for better messages.
Markdown for Slack: Formatting Messages Like a Pro
Slack's formatting isn't standard Markdown. Learn exactly which syntax works, what's different, and how to format messages like a pro.
GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM): Everything You Need to Know
A deep dive into GitHub Flavored Markdown — tables, task lists, autolinks, strikethrough, syntax highlighting, and features unique to GitHub.
10 Markdown Tips and Tricks for Faster Writing
Level up your Markdown skills with these 10 power-user tips covering shortcuts, lesser-known syntax, and workflow hacks.
How to Write a README.md That Developers Actually Read
A practical guide to writing great README files — structure, badges, examples, and the sections every project needs.
Markdown Tables: The Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about creating, formatting, and aligning tables in Markdown — plus tools and workarounds for complex layouts.
Converting Word Documents to Markdown (and Back)
How to convert between Word (.docx) and Markdown formats while preserving formatting, images, and structure. Tools and workflows compared.