markdown-it: Detailed Overview & Metrics

v14.1.0(about 2 months ago)

This package is actively maintained.Types definitions are provided via a separate npm package: @types/markdown-itNumber of direct dependencies: 6Monthly npm downloads

Markdown-it is a fast and feature-rich Markdown parser for JavaScript. It is highly customizable and extensible, allowing developers to tailor the parsing rules and output to suit their specific needs. Markdown-it supports the full CommonMark specification and provides a wide range of plugins for additional functionalities like syntax highlighting, emoji support, and more. It is widely used in projects that require parsing Markdown content into HTML for rendering on websites or applications.

Compared to other Markdown parsers like marked or Showdown, Markdown-it stands out for its speed, flexibility, and robust plugin ecosystem. It is actively maintained with regular updates and improvements, making it a reliable choice for handling Markdown content.

Alternatives:
remarkable+
marked+
showdown+
commonmark+
markdown-it+
turndown+
markdown+
snarkdown+
micromark+
markdown-wasm+

Tags: javascriptmarkdownparserCommonMarkHTML