Question 1

How do I install MarkRight on Linux?

Accepted Answer

You can download the AppImage or Debian package from the latest releases on GitHub, then run it directly or install via the package manager. The README provides direct links for easy setup.

Question 2

Can MarkRight export markdown to PDF?

Accepted Answer

No, MarkRight focuses on minimalistic editing and live preview, so it doesn't include built-in export features to formats like PDF. You'd need to use external tools for conversion.

Question 3

MarkRight vs Typora: which is better for writing?

Accepted Answer

MarkRight is lighter and more focused on developers with CLI integration, while Typora offers more features like themes and export options. Choose MarkRight for simplicity and native performance, Typora for richer functionality.

Question 4

Does MarkRight support plugins or extensions?

Accepted Answer

No, MarkRight is designed to be minimalistic and doesn't have a plugin system. If you need extensibility, consider editors like Visual Studio Code with markdown extensions.

Question 5

How to use MarkRight from the command line on Mac?

Accepted Answer

Set up an alias as shown in the README: run 'alias markright="open -a /Applications/MarkRight.app"' in your terminal, then use 'markright filename.md' to open files quickly for editing.

Question 6

Is MarkRight open source and what's the license?

Accepted Answer

Yes, MarkRight is open source and licensed under GPLv3, which means you can freely use, modify, and distribute it, but derivative works must also be open source under the same terms.

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