Why this Markdown workflow breaks on iOS

.md is the most common Markdown file extension. iOS can store the file, but many users only see raw syntax instead of headings, lists, links, tables, code blocks, math, or Mermaid diagrams.

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 .md files workflow

Save the .md file, open it from Files, Mail, AirDrop, a cloud drive, or the iOS Share Sheet, choose Md Preview, and read the rendered Markdown locally.

What to check before opening

Use this path for Markdown files from AI tools, GitHub README files, documentation exports, notes apps, email attachments, or downloaded 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.