workspace-web-editor

Serve a local Markdown and code workspace for browser-based editing.

23|1|Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/karaage0703/workspace-web-editor --skill workspace-web-editor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: workspace-web-editor
Source: https://github.com/karaage0703/workspace-web-editor/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/karaage0703/workspace-web-editor --skill workspace-web-editor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill lets you browse and edit your local Markdown and code workspace from a browser without manually syncing files between devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Browser-based file browsing & editing: View directory trees, open files, and save changes back to disk.
  • Markdown-first productivity: Render Markdown previews with Mermaid diagrams and syntax highlighting for supported code-like files.
  • Wiki-style navigation & knowledge linking: Jump via [[name]] links and show backlinks so you can quickly understand context.
  • Practical workflows: Use Quick Switcher for fast fuzzy navigation and optional Git sync for one-button backups.

Quick Start

Start the server by running WORKSPACE_DIR=/path/to/your/workspace PORT=9080 node src/server.js, then open the printed localhost URL in your browser.

Frequently Asked Questions about workspace-web-editor

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I edit local markdown notes from a browser?

To edit local markdown notes from a browser, run the Node.js Express server with a configured WORKSPACE_DIR and PORT. This serves a local web interface that directly reads, edits, and saves filesystem changes to your workspace files.

Can I navigate wiki-links and view backlinks in a local markdown workspace?

Yes, you can navigate wiki-links and view backlinks in a local markdown workspace. The server resolves [[name]] links to jump between files and displays backlinks to help you understand note context without manual searching.

Does this browser-based editor support Mermaid diagrams and code syntax highlighting?

Yes, this browser-based editor supports Mermaid diagrams and code syntax highlighting. It renders Markdown previews with Mermaid visualizations and includes syntax highlighting for supported code-like files directly in the browser interface.

How do I sync markdown files to Git from a local web editor?

To sync markdown files to Git from a local web editor, use the optional one-button Git sync feature. This provides quick backups by committing your local filesystem workspace changes directly from the browser interface.

Do I need Node.js to run a local markdown workspace server?

Yes, you need Node.js to run this local markdown workspace server. The skill runs a local Node.js Express server bound to a configurable port and directory to serve file APIs for listing, resolving, and saving markdown files.

What are the security limitations of a self-hosted browser markdown editor?

Security limitations of this self-hosted browser markdown editor include basic guardrails like directory traversal prevention. It is designed for local note-taking workflows and requires a root SKILL.md entrypoint to function properly.