Progressive Works, Inc. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Shotaro Chiba) has released the macOS and iOS versions of “markup”, an app for turning Markdown documents into readable previews and PDFs.
Markdown is a text-based document format that can express structure such as headings, lists, and links. It is useful for working with AI, taking notes, drafting documents, and writing technical material, but documents kept in Markdown format can be difficult to read as finished materials for other people.
markup is a document-polishing app for reviewing Markdown documents in a readable preview and exporting them as PDFs. It helps turn AI-generated text and everyday notes into documents that are easier to share or submit.
The app has three main features.
- On-device processing: markup is designed without assuming that Markdown, file names, diagram definitions, or math source will be sent to external rendering servers. Preview and PDF export are handled on the device.
- Support for rich document elements: The app supports display of rich document elements including GitHub Flavored Markdown, code display, LaTeX math, Mermaid diagrams, and PlantUML diagrams.
- Adjustable output: Users can choose fonts, syntax themes, and other display options to adjust the preview and PDF output for the intended use case and reader.
As organizations adopt generative AI and AI agents in day-to-day work, processing volume and usage-based costs are becoming important operational concerns. Instead of asking AI to produce a visually polished artifact every time, teams can keep AI collaboration lightweight in Markdown format, then use markup to polish the document when it is shared or submitted between people. This workflow can help balance document quality with cost-aware AI usage.
Many Markdown editors include preview features, but when preparing PDFs for sharing or submission, rendering coverage and visual customization can be limited. markup addresses this gap with a Privacy by Default design that does not assume external transmission, keeping review, formatting, and PDF export on the device.
markup helps turn Markdown from a format for writing into a format ready to be read, especially for technical documents, proposals, business reports, and similar materials.
Availability
- macOS / iOS: Available now
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/markup-markdown-previewer/id6764756910 - Android: Planned for release soon
Roadmap
- Provide a Windows version
- Improve rendering quality and compatibility for LaTeX math, Mermaid diagrams, and PlantUML diagrams
LaTeX math, Mermaid diagrams, and PlantUML diagrams are currently partially supported. markup will continue expanding compatibility and improving rendering quality so more documents can be polished with confidence.
Pricing and Plans
- Free: Supports GitHub Flavored Markdown, syntax highlighting, dark mode, PDF export with watermark, and more
- Premium: Supports watermark-free PDF export, local math and diagram rendering, font and syntax theme customization, and more
Pricing varies by region and store. Please check the latest pricing in the app or on the relevant store listing.
Product Page
markup (https://markup.progressiveworks.co)
Press Contact
For inquiries about this release, please use the contact form. (Contact: Chiba)