Advanced Features

Explore the powerful advanced features that make the Markdown to PDF converter a professional-grade tool for document creation.

Advanced PDF Customization

Custom Page Dimensions

While the tool provides standard page sizes, you can fine-tune your document layout:

• A4: 210 × 297 mm (ISO 216 standard)
• A3: 297 × 420 mm (ISO 216 standard)
• Letter: 8.5 × 11 inches (US standard)
• Legal: 8.5 × 14 inches (US legal)

Precision Margin Control

Set exact margins for professional document formatting:

Recommended margin settings:

- Standard documents: 20mm all around
- Academic papers: 25mm all around
- Business reports: 15mm all around
- Print-ready documents: 10mm all around

Advanced Typography

The converter automatically handles:

• Font Scaling: Optimal font sizes for different page sizes
• Line Spacing: Consistent line height for readability
• Character Spacing: Proper spacing for professional appearance
• Header Hierarchy: Clear visual distinction between heading levels

Table of Contents Generation

Automatic TOC Creation

When enabled, the tool automatically generates a table of contents based on your heading structure:

# Main Title

## Section 1

### Subsection 1.1

### Subsection 1.2

## Section 2

### Subsection 2.1

Generated TOC:

Table of Contents
1. Section 1 ......................... 2
   1.1 Subsection 1.1 ................ 2
   1.2 Subsection 1.2 ................ 3
2. Section 2 ......................... 4
   2.1 Subsection 2.1 ................ 4

TOC Customization

• Automatically detects heading levels
• Maintains proper indentation
• Includes page number references
• Updates dynamically with content changes

Page Numbering System

Flexible Page Numbering

Choose from different page numbering styles:

• Bottom Center: Standard academic format
• Bottom Right: Business document style
• Bottom Left: Alternative positioning
• Custom Format: "Page X of Y" format

Page Number Features

• Automatic page counting
• Consistent formatting across all pages
• Professional typography
• Configurable positioning

Advanced Markdown Support

Extended Syntax Support

The converter supports advanced Markdown features:

Tables

| Feature           | Description            | Status |
| ----------------- | ---------------------- | ------ |
| Real-time Preview | Live content rendering | ✅     |
| PDF Generation    | High-quality output    | ✅     |
| Custom Margins    | Adjustable spacing     | ✅     |

Code Blocks with Syntax Highlighting

function generatePDF(content, options) {
  const pdf = new jsPDF(options);
  // PDF generation logic
  return pdf;
}

Mathematical Expressions

Inline math: $E = mc^2$

Block math:

$$
\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-x^2} dx = \sqrt{\pi}
$$

Task Lists

- [x] Completed task
- [ ] Pending task
- [x] Another completed task

Custom HTML Support

For advanced formatting, you can include HTML elements:

<div class="highlight">
  <strong>Important Note:</strong> This content will be preserved in the PDF.
</div>

History Management System

Intelligent History Tracking

The tool maintains a comprehensive history of your conversions:

• Content Snapshots: Full document content saved
• Settings Preservation: All PDF options remembered
• Timestamp Tracking: When each conversion was made
• Quick Access: One-click restoration of previous work

History Features

• Search History: Find previous documents by content
• Bulk Operations: Clear multiple history entries
• Export History: Save your conversion history
• Privacy Controls: Delete sensitive documents

History Organization

History Entry Structure:

- Document Title (auto-generated or custom)
- Content Preview (first 100 characters)
- Conversion Date & Time
- PDF Settings Used
- File Size Information

Performance Optimization

Efficient Processing

The converter is optimized for performance:

• Lazy Loading: Resources loaded only when needed
• Memory Management: Efficient handling of large documents
• Caching: Smart caching of rendered content
• Background Processing: Non-blocking PDF generation

Large Document Support

Handle documents of various sizes:

• Small Documents: < 1,000 words (instant processing)
• Medium Documents: 1,000-10,000 words (2-5 seconds)
• Large Documents: 10,000+ words (5-15 seconds)
• Very Large Documents: 50,000+ words (15-30 seconds)

Browser Integration

Clipboard Integration

• Copy from Clipboard: Paste content directly from other applications
• Copy to Clipboard: Copy generated content for use elsewhere
• Drag & Drop: Drag files directly into the input area

File System Integration

• Local File Access: Open Markdown files from your computer
• Save to Local: Download PDFs to your preferred location
• File Naming: Automatic timestamp-based naming

Accessibility Features

Screen Reader Support

• ARIA Labels: Proper labeling for assistive technologies
• Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard accessibility
• High Contrast: Support for high contrast modes
• Text Scaling: Respects browser text scaling settings

Internationalization

• Unicode Support: Full Unicode character support
• RTL Languages: Right-to-left language support
• Multi-language: Interface available in multiple languages
• Font Fallbacks: Automatic font fallbacks for different scripts

API Integration (Future)

Planned API Features

• REST API: Programmatic access to conversion services
• Webhook Support: Real-time notifications for large documents
• Batch Processing: Convert multiple documents simultaneously
• Custom Templates: Predefined formatting templates

Integration Examples

// Future API usage example
const response = await fetch('/api/convert', {
  method: 'POST',
  headers: { 'Content-Type': 'application/json' },
  body: JSON.stringify({
    content: markdownContent,
    options: pdfOptions,
  }),
});

Best Practices

Document Structure

1. Use Clear Headings: Maintain consistent heading hierarchy
2. Organize Content: Group related information logically
3. Include Metadata: Add document title and author information
4. Test Layout: Preview before final generation

Performance Tips

1. Optimize Images: Use appropriate image sizes
2. Limit Content: Break very large documents into sections
3. Use Efficient Markdown: Avoid overly complex nested structures
4. Regular Saves: Use history feature to save work frequently

Quality Assurance

1. Review Preview: Always check the preview before generating
2. Test Different Settings: Try various page sizes and orientations
3. Validate Content: Ensure all links and images work correctly
4. Check Formatting: Verify tables and code blocks render properly

Troubleshooting Advanced Issues

Complex Document Issues

• Large Tables: Consider breaking into smaller tables
• Complex Code: Ensure proper syntax highlighting
• Many Images: Optimize image sizes for better performance
• Long Documents: Use page breaks for better organization

Browser-Specific Issues

• Memory Limits: Close other tabs for large documents
• Plugin Conflicts: Disable browser extensions if issues occur
• Version Compatibility: Ensure browser is up to date
• Cache Issues: Clear browser cache for persistent problems

For more specific issues, refer to the FAQ or Security Considerations.