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Markdown to YAML

Convert a Markdown bullet list into YAML data.

How it works

  1. 1Write a nested “- key: value” bullet list.
  2. 2It is converted to YAML.
  3. 3Copy or download the YAML.

Use cases

  • Draft a config as a simple list.
  • Turn notes into YAML data.
  • Prototype settings.

Frequently asked questions

What input format?

A Markdown bullet list; lines like “- key: value” become mappings, indentation creates nesting.

Lists too?

Yes. Plain “- value” items become YAML sequences.

Is it private?

Yes. The conversion runs entirely in your browser; nothing is uploaded.

Read the guide
How to convert Markdown to YAML
Represent a Markdown document as YAML — the human-friendly data format behind front matter and config — and know when YAML is the right target.
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