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Convert Word documents to Markdown

To convert Word documents (.docx) to Markdown (.md), you can use several tools depending on your platform and preferences. Here are the best methods:


Method 1: Use Pandoc (Best for Accuracy and Formatting)

Requirements:

Command:

bash
pandoc input.docx -f docx -t markdown -o output.md

This converts the input.docx file into output.md.


Method 2: Use an Online Converter

Popular Options:

These tools allow uploading .docx files and exporting them as Markdown.


Method 3: Use Microsoft Word + Markdown Add-ins

  1. Open the Word document.

  2. Use a Markdown Export Add-in (e.g., Writage) to save as .md.


Method 4: Use Google Docs with Markdown Export

  1. Upload the Word document to Google Docs.

  2. Use a Chrome extension like Markdown Viewer or Docs to Markdown to export.


Method 5: Use Visual Studio Code

  1. Open the .docx in Word and save it as .html.

  2. Open the .html file in VS Code.

  3. Use the extension Markdown All in One or manually convert it using copy-paste + formatting.


Let me know if you’d like to convert a specific file right now — you can upload it here.

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