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📚 MarkdownForge Help & Documentation
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
📝 Text Formatting
Ctrl + B
Bold text
Ctrl + I
Italic text
Ctrl + U
Underline text
Ctrl + K
Insert link
Ctrl + `
Inline code
📄 File Operations
Ctrl + N
New document
Ctrl + O
Open file
Ctrl + S
Save document
Ctrl + P
Print/Preview
🔧 Tools & Navigation
Ctrl + F
Find & Replace
Ctrl + Enter
Export to Word
Ctrl + E
Show statistics
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📝 Markdown Syntax Reference
📰 Headers
# Header 1
Main title (largest)
## Header 2
Section heading
### Header 3
Subsection heading
✨ Text Formatting
**bold text**
Bold formatting
*italic text*
Italic formatting
~~strikethrough~~
Strikethrough text
`inline code`
Monospace code
```
code block
```
Multi-line code
📋 Lists & Structure
- Bullet item
Unordered list
1. Numbered item
Ordered list
- Sub item
Nested list (4 spaces)
> Blockquote
Quoted text
---
Horizontal divider
🔗 Links & Media
[Link text](URL)
Hyperlink
Embedded image
| Col 1 | Col 2 |
|-------|-------|
| Data | Data |
Table structure
🎯 Features & Tips
🚀 Getting Started
- Choose a Template: Start with pre-built templates for reports, meetings, documentation, etc.
- Live Preview: See your formatted document update in real-time as you type
- Auto-save: Your work is automatically saved locally every few seconds
- Multiple Export: Export to Word (.docx), HTML, PDF, or plain text
✨ Advanced Features
- Smart Templates: Professional templates with proper formatting and structure
- Find & Replace: Powerful search functionality with regex support
- Document Statistics: Get detailed word count, reading time, and analysis
- Dark/Light Mode: Choose your preferred theme for comfortable editing
- Responsive Design: Works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- Keyboard Shortcuts: Speed up your workflow with comprehensive shortcuts
🎨 Customization
- Document Metadata: Set title, author, and date for your documents
- Theme Toggle: Switch between light and dark modes anytime
- Export Options: Choose format and styling for your exports
- Auto-formatting: Smart table formatting and list continuation
🔧 Troubleshooting & FAQ
❓ Common Issues
Template not applying correctly?
Make sure to confirm the template replacement dialog. If the dropdown stays selected, try refreshing the page and selecting the template again.
Export not working?
Ensure your document has content and try a different export format. Check that pop-ups are not blocked in your browser.
Preview not updating?
Click the "Preview" button manually or try refreshing the preview. For large documents, there may be a slight delay.
Auto-save not working?
Auto-save uses local storage. Ensure your browser allows local storage and you're not in private/incognito mode.
Lists not formatting correctly?
For nested lists, use 4 spaces (not tabs) for proper indentation. Check the Markdown tab for correct syntax.
💡 Performance Tips
- Large Documents: For documents over 50KB, disable live preview for better performance
- Browser Support: Works best in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge (latest versions)
- Memory Usage: Clear document cache if you experience slowdowns
- Mobile Usage: Use landscape orientation for better editing experience
🔒 Privacy & Security
- Local Processing: All document processing happens in your browser
- No Data Collection: We don't track, store, or analyze your content
- Offline Capable: Works without internet connection once loaded
- Secure Storage: Documents are stored locally on your device only