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Markdown to PDF

Convert your Markdown files into elegant PDFs with automatic layout.

Markdown to PDF in DocuNest: 100% local processing on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Automatable via the docunest CLI.

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Features

Accurate Markdown rendering (headings, lists, code, tables)
Configurable page format (A4, Letter)
Automatic and polished layout
100% local and private processing

Use cases

1

Technical documentation

Transform a README or technical doc into a professional PDF.

2

Lecture notes

Convert your Markdown notes into a printable PDF for students.

3

Project report

Generate a PDF report from notes written in Markdown.

Command line

Same result as the interface, in one command. Nothing leaves your machine.

docunest — zsh

local
# Convert Markdown to PDF
❯ docunest convert md2pdf -i article.md -o article.pdf --paper a4
✓ Done — file written locally, no network upload

Complete CLI documentation →

Frequently asked questions

Which Markdown syntaxes are supported?
Headings, lists, bold, italics, links, images, code blocks, and tables are supported.
Can I customize the style?
The rendering uses a polished default style. Advanced customization will be added soon.
Are Markdown images embedded?
Yes. Locally referenced images are embedded in the generated PDF.

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Windows.exe · Windows 10+macOS.dmg · macOS 12+ · Apple Silicon

Linux

Install a system package, or use the AppImage if you prefer a portable version.

DEBDebian / Ubuntu.deb · system installRPMFedora / RHEL.rpm · system installAPPAppImagePortable, no install

Your installation in 3 steps

About a minute to set up: afterwards, everything runs offline on your machine.

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  1. File downloaded

    Pick your system above: the download starts right away.

  2. Open the file

    In Downloads, double-click DocuNest_…_setup.exe and follow the installer.

  3. Run your first job

    Open a PDF and try a tool: merge, redact, convert, everything stays on your machine, no account needed.

Shortcut of the day

Try them as soon as the app opens

CtrlK

Opens the tool palette

Windows 10+, macOS 12+ (Apple Silicon), Linux (deb / rpm / AppImage)