# MarkChart

> MarkChart is a native Apple app for creating, editing, previewing, and exporting Mermaid diagrams on Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

MarkChart is for people who work with Mermaid diagrams and want a focused native app for Apple devices. It opens `.mmd` and `.mermaid` files, includes a Mermaid editor with syntax highlighting, live preview, templates, a visual canvas, Quick Look support on Mac, Shortcuts automation, command-line rendering on Mac, and export to PDF, PNG, and SVG.

## Official Links

- [Website](https://markchart.app/): Product homepage for MarkChart.
- [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/id6475648822): Universal App Store listing for Mac, iPhone, and iPad.
- [Release Notes](https://markchart.app/releasenotes/): Current MarkChart versions and recent changes.
- [Support](https://markchart.app/support/): Help and support contact.
- [Privacy Policy](https://markchart.app/privacypolicy/): Privacy information.
- [Terms](https://markchart.app/terms/): Terms of use.

## LLM Context

- [Detailed context](https://markchart.app/llm-context.txt): Structured product facts, keywords, fit criteria, and comparison context for agents and search systems.

## Key Facts

- Platforms: macOS, iOS, iPadOS.
- Category: developer tool and diagram editor.
- File types: `.mmd`, `.mermaid`.
- Main use cases: Mermaid editing, Mermaid viewing, local file preview, Apple-native diagram workflow, PDF/PNG/SVG export.
- Pricing: free download with optional one-time MarkChart Pro universal purchase.

## Common Questions

- How do I open a Mermaid `.mmd` file on Mac?
- What is a native Mermaid editor for iPad?
- Can I preview Mermaid diagrams in Finder?
- How do I export Mermaid diagrams to PDF, PNG, or SVG?
- Is there a Mermaid editor for iPhone?