What is mdsh - local-first markdown editor and who is it for?
mdsh is a local-first Markdown editor that works offline and offers light and dark themes. It is built for writers, developers, and anyone who keeps notes in Markdown and wants them stored locally. You can create new drafts, search across all files, and open a command palette to move between actions. The app runs in its own window and can receive shared content, making it easy to capture text from other apps.
A local-first Markdown workspace for writing and organizing notes offline.
What you can do
New file: Create a new markdown draft
Search: Open cross-file search
Command palette: Open the command palette
Create a new Markdown draft from a shortcut
Publisher / site
mdsh
Category
Productivity
Platforms
Web
Languages detected
en
APP PREVIEWS
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BEST FOR
Decide whether mdsh - local-first markdown editor fits your needs.
Useful for
Create a new Markdown draft from a shortcut
Search across all files in the workspace
Open a command palette to access actions
Receive shared content from other apps
Before you choose
Available on Web
Offline behaviour is not verified by the current source scan.
The installed identity is derived from the start URL instead of an explicit manifest ID.
INSTALL GUIDE
Install mdsh - local-first markdown editor from its official site.
1
Open the official web app
Use the Open site button above in a current version of Chrome, Edge or Safari.
2
Choose the browser install action
Select Install app, or use Add to Home Screen from the browser share or main menu.
3
Confirm and launch
The installed app opens from the device launcher. Browser and platform support can vary.
PWA AUDIT
How well does mdsh - local-first markdown editor work as an installed app?
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CAPABILITY REPORT
Detected web app capabilities.
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Standalone app window
Requests the “standalone” display mode when launched.
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Advanced window modes
Declares preferred window modes beyond the basic display setting.
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Preferred orientation
Requests a preferred device orientation.
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Custom launch behavior
Launch client mode: focus-existing.
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Service worker
Uses a service worker for app lifecycle or offline features.
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3 app shortcuts
Quick actions can appear from the installed app icon.
