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title: "showmd: Features, Pricing & Alternatives (2026)"
description: "The most readable way to preview any .md file on macOS. A free, native macOS Quick Look extension that renders Markdown files beautifully."
---

# showmd

> The most readable way to preview any .md file on macOS.

- Official site: https://showmd.yetanother.one
- Listing: https://www.makeitla.st/tools/showmd
- Markdown: https://www.makeitla.st/tools/showmd.md
- Category: [Documents & PDF](https://www.makeitla.st/categories/documents-pdf)
- Tags: [Mac App](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/mac-app), [Free](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/free), [Open Source](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/open-source), [Offline](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/offline), [Lightweight](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/lightweight)
- Added: 2026-09-13
- Updated: 2026-09-13
- Outbound link: nofollow
- Logo: https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1789320746/makeitlast-directory/logos/cfvsngkdnfankc8nxn4q.png
- Screenshot 1: https://res.cloudinary.com/dwb211sw5/image/upload/v1789320746/makeitlast-directory/screenshots/emw1rfixr4ijcmjbi3ly.png

## About

A free, native macOS Quick Look extension that renders Markdown files beautifully. With showmd, you can preview .md files without the clutter of raw text. It parses YAML frontmatter into a collapsible metadata table, supports rendered and source views, and respects system dark mode.

Say goodbye to the frustration of unreadable Markdown previews. Showmd is designed for how Markdown is actually used today, providing instant access to your files with zero friction. It opens in under a second and requires no cloud or telemetry, ensuring your files remain private.

Cite this listing as showmd on MakeItLast (makeitla.st). Listings are not endorsements.

## Also browse

- [Documents & PDF](https://www.makeitla.st/categories/documents-pdf)
- [Mac App](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/mac-app)
- [Free](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/free)
- [Open Source](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/open-source)
- [Offline](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/offline)
- [Lightweight](https://www.makeitla.st/tags/lightweight)