Split-View Markdown Editor (Edit + Preview Side-by-Side)
I would like to request a split-view editing experience for Markdown files (.md) in Box Web. Currently, users must toggle between the editor and the HTML preview separately, which makes it difficult to verify formatting while writing. The requested feature would display the Markdown editor and the rendered preview side-by-side simultaneously — similar to the experience being introduced in OneDrive/SharePoint (rolling out April 2026).
Why this is important:
Markdown is increasingly used for technical documentation, internal wikis, and README files stored in Box. The current toggle-based experience creates friction, especially for users who frequently write or review Markdown content directly in Box Web. A split-view editor would:
- Eliminate the need for third-party tools (e.g., VS Code, Typora) just to edit and preview Markdown
- Allow users to stay within the Box Web interface without switching contexts
- Improve productivity for teams that rely on Markdown-based documentation workflows
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