How to Generate HTML Documentation from Markdown Files with Ease

Dec 22, 2023 | Programming

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Are you tired of the convoluted processes involved in transforming your markdown files into a beautifully rendered HTML format? Look no further! Here’s a simple and straightforward guide to using markdown-folder-to-html, which allows you to convert markdown files into HTML documents using a zero-config approach. Let’s dive in!

Overview

This tool will copy your documentation files to a _docs folder and compile your markdown files into HTML documents using a template. Creating documentation has never been simpler!

Requirements

You need to have Node.js version 6 or higher installed on your system.

Getting Started

Follow these easy steps to create your documentation:

1. Prepare Your Documentation

Create a folder for your documentation:

mkdir -p docs

Add your markdown files:

echo **Banana** > docs/banana.md

And another one:

echo **Apple** > docs/index.md

2. Installing the Tool

To install markdown-folder-to-html, follow the instructions depending on whether you want to use it locally or globally.

In a Project

Run the following command in your terminal:

npm install -D markdown-folder-to-html

Add the command to your npm scripts:

{
        "scripts": {
            "docs": "markdown-folder-to-html"
        }
    }

Now generate the HTML documentation:

npm run docs

Open _docs/index.html to view your documentation.

Globally

Install it globally using:

npm install -g markdown-folder-to-html

Just run:

markdown-folder-to-html

And view your output at _docs/index.html.

Customizing the Output

You can easily customize the output folder by passing an argument to the CLI:

markdown-folder-to-html your_input_folder

This will change the output folder too, for example, _your_output_folder.

Creating Custom HTML Templates

If the default HTML layout doesn’t suit your needs, you can create your own by placing a docstemplate.html file in your docs folder. The default template is a simple structure:

<html>
<!doctype html>
<html>
<body>
<nav>!--NAV--</nav>
<article>!--CONTENT--</article>
</body>
</html>

Organizing Your Files

To organize your files both in the filesystem and on the generated HTML site, you can prefix filenames with a numerical value. For instance, 1-banana.md will display as banana in the output, enhancing organization.

What About Troubleshooting?

If you encounter any issues during the process, it might be helpful to check the following:

Make sure your Node.js version is up to date.
Verify that all commands are spelled correctly and that paths are accurate.
Check for any specific error messages that the terminal may provide; they can be quite insightful!

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Conclusion

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