mdv
A Python-based terminal markdown viewer with syntax highlighting, theming, and file monitoring.
What is mdv?
Mdv (terminal_markdown_viewer) is a Python-based command-line tool that renders Markdown files with ANSI colors directly in the terminal. It is designed for developers working in remote or browser-less environments, such as servers or secure gateways, to view and edit documentation efficiently without switching to a web browser. The tool supports syntax highlighting, theming, tables, admonitions, and file monitoring to enhance terminal-based workflows.
Developers and system administrators who frequently work with Markdown files in terminal-only environments, such as remote servers, Docker containers, or secure gateways with limited application access. It is also useful for CLI application developers who want to display formatted help texts or documentation within the terminal.
Developers choose Mdv over alternatives because it is a lightweight, Python-native solution that avoids dependencies on Node.js or browsers, offers extensive theming with over 200 pre-configured themes, and includes practical features like file monitoring and programmatic library usage. Its focus on reducing context switching and improving readability in terminal workflows makes it a pragmatic tool for specific use cases where other viewers are heavy or unavailable.
Overview
Styled Terminal Markdown Viewer
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