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Markdown to Plain Text

Convert Markdown formatted text to plain text by removing all Markdown syntax and formatting

Keep original line breaks and paragraph structure

Keep link URLs in the format: text (url)

Keep image descriptions in the format: alt text (url)

Remove bold, italic, and other emphasis formatting

Remove header formatting (# ## ###)

Remove code blocks and inline code formatting

Remove list formatting (- * * 1. 2.)

Remove blockquote formatting (>)

Remove table formatting completely

Key Facts

Category
Format Conversion
Input Types
textarea, checkbox
Output Type
text
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The Markdown to Plain Text tool allows you to instantly strip away complex Markdown syntax, leaving you with clean, readable plain text for your documents, emails, or notes.

When to Use

  • •Preparing content for platforms that do not support Markdown formatting.
  • •Cleaning up messy Markdown exports for use in standard text editors.
  • •Extracting raw text content from technical documentation or README files.

How It Works

  • •Paste your Markdown-formatted text into the input area.
  • •Select your preferred cleanup options, such as removing headers, lists, or code blocks.
  • •Click the convert button to instantly generate your plain text output.
  • •Copy the cleaned text directly to your clipboard for immediate use.

Use Cases

Converting technical documentation into plain text for non-technical stakeholders.
Cleaning up Markdown-based notes for pasting into email clients or legacy software.
Removing formatting from copied web content to ensure a consistent look in your word processor.

Examples

1. Cleaning README files for email

Technical Writer
Background
A developer needs to send a project summary via email, but the source file is full of Markdown headers and code blocks.
Problem
The email client displays raw Markdown syntax instead of clean text.
How to Use
Paste the README content, ensure 'Remove Headers' and 'Remove Code Blocks' are checked, and convert.
Outcome
The output is a clean, readable text version of the project summary ready for email.

2. Formatting notes for plain text editors

Student
Background
Notes taken in a Markdown editor need to be moved to a simple text-only application.
Problem
Markdown symbols like asterisks and hashes clutter the document in the new editor.
How to Use
Paste the notes, enable 'Remove Emphasis' and 'Remove Lists', and convert.
Outcome
A clean, distraction-free text file that preserves the original paragraph structure.

Try with Samples

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title token markdown
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FAQ

Can I keep my original line breaks?

Yes, enable the 'Preserve Line Breaks' option to maintain your document's paragraph structure.

Will this tool remove my hyperlinks?

By default, Markdown syntax is removed, but you can enable 'Preserve Links' to keep URLs visible in the output.

Can I choose which Markdown elements to remove?

Yes, you can toggle specific settings to remove or keep headers, tables, code blocks, and emphasis as needed.

Is there a limit to the amount of text I can convert?

The tool is designed to handle standard text blocks efficiently; simply paste your content and convert.

Does this tool store my data?

No, all processing is performed locally in your browser, ensuring your content remains private.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/markdown-to-plain-text

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
markdownInput textarea Yes -
preserveLineBreaks checkbox No Keep original line breaks and paragraph structure
preserveLinks checkbox No Keep link URLs in the format: text (url)
preserveImages checkbox No Keep image descriptions in the format: alt text (url)
removeEmphasis checkbox No Remove bold, italic, and other emphasis formatting
removeHeaders checkbox No Remove header formatting (# ## ###)
removeCodeBlocks checkbox No Remove code blocks and inline code formatting
removeLists checkbox No Remove list formatting (- * * 1. 2.)
removeBlockquotes checkbox No Remove blockquote formatting (>)
removeTables checkbox No Remove table formatting completely

Response Format

{
  "result": "Processed text content",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
Text: Text

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration: 

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-markdown-to-plain-text": {
      "name": "markdown-to-plain-text",
      "description": "Convert Markdown formatted text to plain text by removing all Markdown syntax and formatting",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=markdown-to-plain-text",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

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