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Build Your Perfect Markdown Workspace

Inkdown is a modern, extensible markdown editor with a powerful plugin system. Create custom note-taking workflows that adapt to your needs.

Quick Start

Get up and running with Inkdown in minutes

1

Download Inkdown

Download the latest release for your platform from GitHub Releases.Available for macOS, Windows, and Linux.
2

Open a workspace

Launch Inkdown and select a folder to use as your workspace. All your notes will be stored locally in this folder.
# Or start from the command line
inkdown /path/to/your/notes
3

Start writing

Create your first note with Cmd+N (or Ctrl+N on Windows/Linux). Use the powerful CodeMirror 6 editor with live preview.
  • Full markdown support with GFM
  • Vim mode available
  • Live preview panel
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Custom keyboard shortcuts
4

Extend with plugins

Install community plugins or build your own using the comprehensive Plugin API. Visit the Plugin Development guide to learn more.

Explore Inkdown

Everything you need to build your perfect markdown workspace

Plugin Development

Build plugins to extend Inkdown’s functionality with a comprehensive API

Theme System

Customize the look and feel with themes or create your own

Architecture

Understand Inkdown’s cross-platform architecture and design

User Guide

Learn keyboard shortcuts, editor features, and productivity tips

Built-in Plugins

Explore powerful built-in plugins like Quick Finder and Slash Commands

Contributing

Help build Inkdown - contribution guide and development setup

Key Features

Built for developers, extensible by design

Extensible Plugin System

Build plugins with a comprehensive API. Add commands, UI components, markdown processors, and editor extensions.

Cross-Platform

Works on Desktop (Tauri), with mobile support coming soon. Platform-agnostic core ensures consistency.

Local-First & Private

Your notes stay on your computer. Optional end-to-end encrypted sync coming soon.

Powerful Editor

CodeMirror 6 with Vim mode, live preview, syntax highlighting, and custom commands.

Ready to get started?

Build your perfect markdown workspace with Inkdown’s extensible plugin system