Breeze into fall this September using HackMD

September is here, and you can feel the winds of change blowing in. 🍂🍃

As the season shifts, it’s the perfect time to embrace fresh starts, new ideas, and smarter ways to work together. Whether you’re kicking off new projects, revisiting old goals, or simply looking for better ways to collaborate, HackMD is here to grow right alongside you.

With our collaborative markdown editor, you can capture ideas, organize knowledge, and turn change into opportunity — all while keeping your team in sync.

Let’s see what’s new this month!

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🌟 Visionary voice

Visionary Voice is our spotlight series, where we celebrate inspiring voices from the HackMD community. We highlight creators whose innovative ideas and collaborative spirit are driving meaningful change and setting new standards for creativity and teamwork.

This month we are highlighting…

iPlayground is Taiwan’s leading iOS developer conference. iPlayground is where Apple developers, designers, and enthusiasts come together to explore the latest in iOS development, share knowledge, and spark innovation. With hands-on workshops, expert talks, and a vibrant community, it’s a hub for learning, networking, and inspiring the next wave of app creation.

Since its start in 2017, iPlayground has built a reputation as the go-to gathering for iOS professionals across Asia. Each year, the conference delivers practical insights from industry experts, showcases real-world case studies, and creates an open space for collaboration. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just beginning your iOS journey, iPlayground offers something for everyone passionate about shaping the future of Apple’s ecosystem.

📄 Product updates

Cite paragraphs like never before

Haven’t tried out Paragraph Citation yet? Now’s the perfect time to check it out.

This feature makes it simple to link directly to a specific paragraph, so your readers know exactly what part you’re talking about. No more scrolling, guessing, or losing context — just clear, precise connections.

From research papers and documentation to project notes and brainstorming sessions, Paragraph Citation helps you keep everyone on the same page. Give it a spin and see how much smoother collaboration can be.

Create notes from comments

Ever wished you could turn a great idea in the comments into something bigger? With Create Notes from Comments, now you can.

This feature lets you instantly transform feedback, suggestions, or brainstorm sparks into a brand-new note — without losing the original context. No more copy-pasting or juggling windows, just a smooth flow from discussion to documentation.

Whether you’re planning projects, collecting feedback, or capturing insights during a review, Create Notes from Comments makes sure good ideas don’t get buried. Try it out and see how easy it is to turn collaboration into creation.

🖋️ From the blog

Using HackMD to bridge ideas

In this user success story, Abby shares how HackMD has become her go-to space for transforming research into actionable change.

From aligning teams with a single source of truth to creating silos-free collaboration, discover how HackMD helps professionals bring clarity, culture, and connection into their everyday workflows.

How AI is shaping collaborative Markdown in 2025

AI is transforming the way we create and collaborate, and markdown editors are leading the charge. This blog explores the rise of AI-powered features across tools like Google Docs, Notion, and Microsoft Loop — and why HackMD continues to stand out as the best collaborative markdown editor in 2025.

See how the future of editing is unfolding.

💡 News & Insights

• Agents panel: Launch Copilot coding agent tasks anywhere on GitHub
• How blockchain is decentralizing streaming and giving power back to creators
• Here’s why Ethereum price is preparing a monster move

That’s all this month, folks, until next time…

We can’t wait to see what you create.