How to format text (bold, italic) in Markdown?

To make text bold, wrap it in double asterisks like **bold**. For italic, use single asterisks like *italic*. You can combine them for ***both***.

How to create headings in Markdown?

Use hash symbols (#) followed by a space. # for H1, ## for H2, up to ###### for H6.

How to create lists in Markdown?

For unordered lists, use -, *, or +. For ordered lists, use numbers followed by a period like 1. 2. 3. For task lists, use - [ ] or - [x].

How to add images and links in Markdown?

Links use [text](url). Images use ![alt text](url). You can also use Base64 images directly in the url field.

Does Markdown support tables in Word conversion?

Yes, GFM tables are fully supported. Use pipes | to separate columns and hyphens - to create the header row. Our converter preserves this structure perfectly in the output Word doc.

How to write math formulas in Markdown?

MarkFlow supports LaTeX math. Use single $ for inline math ($E=mc^2$) and double $$ for block equations. These are converted to native equation objects or images in Word/PDF.

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The Ultimate Markdown Syntax Guide & Cheat Sheet

Your one-stop reference for all things Markdown. From standard GFM formatting to advanced features like Mermaid diagrams and LaTeX math—everything you need to write structured, rich content.

1Typography, Formatting & Text Styles

Master basic formatting: bold, italic, strikethrough, and heading levels (H1-H6). Learn how to style text for emphasis and clarity.

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2Lists: Ordered, Unordered & Task Lists

Create organized content with bullet points, numbered lists, and nested items. Track progress with interactive GFM task lists.

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3Hyperlinks, Images & Media

Embed images, add hyperlinks to text, and use Base64 encoded images. Learn standard link syntax and image inclusion.

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4Blockquotes & GitHub Alerts

Highlight important information using blockquotes and GitHub-flavored alerts (Note, Tip, Important, Warning, Caution).

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5Code Blocks & Syntax Highlighting

Display code snippets with syntax highlighting for various programming languages (Python, JS, etc.) and use inline code for variables.

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6Tables, Alignment & Emoji

Organize data with GFM tables, control cell alignment, and insert fun emojis to enhance your documentation.

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7Footnotes & References

Add academic-style citations and footnotes to keep your content clean while providing necessary references.

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8HTML Elements (Collapsible Details)

Use raw HTML tags like '<details>' and '<summary>' to create interactive collapsible sections for FAQs or extra content.

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9LaTeX Math & Equations

Render complex mathematical formulas using LaTeX syntax math blocks (KaTeX). Perfect for scientific and academic writing.

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10Mermaid Diagrams & Charts

Visualize flows and data. Create flowcharts, sequence diagrams, pie charts, and more directly in Markdown with Mermaid.js.

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