show-markdown

Render markdown content in a browser with styled HTML and Mermaid diagrams.

1|1|Updated Dec 9, 2025

Search Tags:#documentation #markdown #mermaid #browser #render #syntax-highlighting

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npx skills add https://github.com/asermax/claude-plugins --skill show-markdown

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Skill: show-markdown
Source: https://github.com/asermax/claude-plugins/tree/main/superpowers/skills/show-markdown
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/asermax/claude-plugins --skill show-markdown

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Rendering markdown content in a browser with consistent styling can be tedious for long documents, README files, or inline content across tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

Render large markdown documents in a styled, browser-based view with syntax highlighting.
Support Mermaid diagrams and inline code blocks for quick visualization.
Ideal for reviewing documentation and sharing readable previews of markdown content.

Quick Start

Run the display script with a markdown file or inline content to view it in a styled browser.

Frequently Asked Questions about show-markdown

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I render markdown in a browser with syntax highlighting?▼

To render markdown in a browser, this Skill generates styled HTML using marked.js and launches it locally. It applies syntax highlighting to code blocks, enabling quick visual previews of large documents directly on your desktop.

Can I preview Mermaid diagrams when rendering markdown files?▼

Yes, you can preview Mermaid diagrams when rendering markdown files. The Skill integrates mermaid.js via CDN, allowing you to visualize Mermaid diagrams and inline code blocks directly within the generated browser view.

How do I display README files for quick visual verification on Linux?▼

You can display README files for quick visual verification by running a Python display script with your markdown file. It generates temporary HTML and opens it in your browser, providing a styled view ideal for reviewing long documentation on Linux.

Does this markdown rendering process support dark mode in the browser?▼

Yes, the markdown rendering process supports dark mode in the browser. When generating the HTML preview from your markdown content, the Skill automatically handles dark mode styling alongside syntax highlighting and diagram rendering.

What is the best way to view inline markdown content without saving a file?▼

The best way to view inline markdown content is passing it directly to the display script. The Python script processes the inline content, creates a temporary HTML file with proper styling, and opens it in your browser for immediate reading.

Do I need an internet connection to render markdown with Mermaid diagrams?▼

Yes, you need an internet connection to render markdown with Mermaid diagrams. The Skill relies on CDN-powered marked.js and mermaid.js libraries to generate the styled HTML and render diagrams in your browser environment.