Why this Markdown workflow breaks on iOS

The iPad Files app collects AI exports, GitHub downloads, iCloud Drive docs, AirDrop files, and shared notes. It can store Markdown, but a rendered reading view needs the right viewer.

The shortest answer

Install Md Preview, open the file from Files, the Share Sheet, or the source app, and preview it locally. The app has no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, and no ads.

The Files app on iPad workflow

Long-press the Markdown file in Files on iPad, tap Share, choose Md Preview, and read the rendered document locally.

What to check before opening

Use this for local .md, .markdown, .mdx, .rmd, and .qmd files.

Why local preview fits this job

Md Preview is focused on file preview. It avoids uploads, account setup, ad clutter, and heavy editing features when the user simply needs to read a Markdown file now.

If you also receive HTML files

AI and document workflows often produce both Markdown and HTML. Html Preview is the companion viewer for that file type.