Nimbus Markdown

Beautiful Markdown viewer for Chrome. Preview local and online .md files with Mermaid diagrams, syntax highlighting, and themes.

# Nimbus Markdown Viewer **A better way to read Markdown in your browser.** Turn raw Markdown files into clean, beautifully formatted documents directly in Chrome. Nimbus Markdown Viewer makes it easy to read documentation, README files, technical notes, and Markdown content without switching between applications. Whether you're a developer reviewing project documentation, a writer working with Markdown, or someone who simply wants a more comfortable reading experience, Nimbus helps you focus on the content instead of the formatting. ## KEY FEATURES **Beautiful Markdown Rendering** Transform plain-text Markdown into readable, professionally styled documents. Supports GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM), including tables, task lists, headings, links, images, blockquotes, and code blocks. **Local & Online Markdown Files** Open Markdown files stored on your computer or available online. Read documentation directly in your browser without copying the content into another application. **30+ Themes & Custom Styling** Choose from a wide range of themes to match your reading preferences. Switch between light and dark styles, customize the appearance, or use your own CSS for a personalized experience. **Mermaid Diagrams** Visualize flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and other Mermaid diagrams directly inside Markdown documents. Ideal for software architecture documentation, technical workflows, and developer notes. **Syntax Highlighting** Read code examples with syntax highlighting that makes programming languages and configuration files easier to understand. **Mathematical Expressions** Display mathematical formulas and equations with MathJax support. Useful for technical documentation, research notes, and educational content. **Automatic Reload** Keep your Markdown preview updated while editing local files. A convenient workflow for developers and writers who frequently update documentation. **Table of Contents** Navigate long Markdown documents using a structured table of contents. Quickly find the section you need without scrolling through the entire document. **Raw & Rendered Views** Switch between the original Markdown source and the formatted document. Inspect the underlying syntax whenever you need to. ## BUILT FOR DEVELOPERS Nimbus Markdown Viewer is useful for reading: - README.md and project documentation - Technical specifications and API documentation - Software architecture diagrams - Markdown notes and knowledge bases - Documentation generated by AI coding assistants - Markdown files stored locally or hosted online From simple notes to complex technical documents, Nimbus makes Markdown easier to read and navigate. ## HOW TO GET STARTED 1. Install Nimbus Markdown Viewer from the Chrome Web Store. 2. Open a Markdown file in Chrome. 3. View the rendered document and customize its appearance. **Reading local files?** Open Chrome's extension settings, find Nimbus Markdown Viewer, and enable "Allow access to file URLs". **Reading Markdown from websites?** Configure the appropriate site access permissions when required. ## FREE & OPEN SOURCE Nimbus Markdown Viewer is free and open source. It builds upon the open-source Markdown Viewer project by Simeon Velichkov and continues its development under the Nimbus name. ## MAKE MARKDOWN EASIER TO READ Spend less time dealing with raw Markdown and more time understanding your documentation. Install Nimbus Markdown Viewer and enjoy a cleaner Markdown reading experience in Chrome.