QuickLook — Quick Start

What It Does

Press Space on any .md file in Finder to see a beautifully rendered preview — powered by the same mdfy.cc rendering engine.

Install

QuickLook is automatically installed when you install the mdfy Mac app:

  1. Install mdfy for Mac from mdfy.cc/plugins
  2. On first launch, the QuickLook extension is registered
  3. Go to System Settings → Privacy & Security → Extensions → Quick Look
  4. Enable MdfyQuickLook

Usage

  1. Open Finder
  2. Navigate to any folder with .md files
  3. Select a file
  4. Press Space

You'll see:

  • Rendered Markdown with proper typography
  • Syntax-highlighted code blocks
  • Tables with alignment
  • KaTeX math equations
  • Dark and light theme (follows system preference)
  • "Open on mdfy.cc" button to publish

Supported File Types

Extension Recognized
.md Yes
.markdown Yes
.mdown Yes
.mkd Yes
.mkdn Yes

Tips

  • Works in Finder, Desktop, and Open/Save dialogs
  • Preview updates if you modify the file and press Space again
  • Click "Open on mdfy.cc" to publish directly from the preview
  • The preview respects your system dark/light mode setting