Released on December 23, 2022, is a minor maintenance update for the macOS utility that enables QuickLook previews and icon thumbnails for Markdown files. Developed by Tony Smith (Black Pyramid Software), the app provides essential Finder integration for users working with .md and .markdown documents. Key Updates in 1.4.5
To activate the functionality, you must run the host app at least once after installation to register the extensions with macOS.
Press Space on a Markdown file in Finder to view a rendered version instead of raw text. PreviewMarkdown 1.4.5
Optionally renders YAML front matter typically used for metadata in static site generators like Jekyll or Hugo.
Users can adjust the base body font, monospaced code font, and the colors of headlines and links via the app's Preferences panel. Installation & Setup Released on December 23, 2022, is a minor
The version 1.4.x branch of PreviewMarkdown serves as a bridge for Markdown users who need visual feedback without opening a dedicated editor:
Look for "Markdown Previewer" and "Markdown Thumbnailer" in your system settings. Press Space on a Markdown file in Finder
Added a direct link within the app to PreviewJson, a sibling tool for JSON file visualization.