MdToPdf

Convert Markdown files to styled PDFs using Python and ReportLab.

1|Updated Apr 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mec07/claude_skills --skill mdtopdf
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Skill: MdToPdf
Source: https://github.com/mec07/claude_skills/tree/main/stow/MdToPdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mec07/claude_skills --skill mdtopdf

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires reportlab.

What problem does it solve?

Converts Markdown documents into styled PDFs using ReportLab, enabling offline, self-contained document generation without external tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Self-contained conversion: Markdown to PDF using Python + ReportLab (no pandoc, no browser, no network).
  • Rich formatting support: headings, paragraphs, bold/italic, inline code, links, lists, code blocks, blockquotes, and horizontal rules.
  • Use cases: generate printable docs from notes or project documentation, produce reports from Markdown, or create reader-friendly PDFs from technical docs.

Quick Start

Convert a Markdown file to a styled PDF by running the md_to_pdf.py tool on an input file.

Frequently Asked Questions about MdToPdf

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Markdown to PDF using Python without a browser?▼

You can convert Markdown to a styled PDF using a Python and ReportLab workflow. This approach renders headings, lists, code blocks, and links into a self-contained PDF without requiring a browser, pandoc, or network access.

What is the best way to generate printable PDFs from technical Markdown notes?▼

Generating printable PDFs from technical Markdown notes is best handled by a Python CLI tool using ReportLab. It parses Markdown syntax and outputs a styled, reader-friendly PDF file directly next to your input document.

Does ReportLab support rendering Markdown code blocks and blockquotes to PDF?▼

Yes, ReportLab supports rendering Markdown code blocks and blockquotes to PDF. The conversion process specifically handles headings, paragraphs, bold, italic, inline code, links, lists, and horizontal rules.

Can I convert Markdown to PDF offline without installing external tools like pandoc?▼

You can convert Markdown to PDF completely offline without pandoc or external tools. A Python script utilizing the ReportLab dependency handles the rendering and generates a self-contained PDF document locally.

What Markdown formatting features are supported when converting to a PDF document?▼

When converting to a PDF document, supported Markdown formatting features include headings, paragraphs, bold and italic text, inline code, links, lists, code blocks, blockquotes, and horizontal rules.