Can it fix skipped heading levels automatically?

Yes, it analyzes document structure to repair hierarchy issues, such as incorrectly jumping from H1 to H3, ensuring a logical progression.

Does this skill support GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM)?

Yes, it follows both CommonMark and GFM specifications to ensure compatibility across most modern platforms and parsers.

Can it convert plain text lists to Markdown?

Yes, it identifies visual cues like custom bullet characters or numbered sequences and converts them into valid unordered or ordered Markdown lists.

How does it handle German text formatting?

It automatically applies Swiss German orthography rules, notably replacing 'ß' with 'ss', while preserving proper umlauts in German-language sections.

Will it overwrite my custom markdownlint settings?

No, it is designed to respect project-level .markdownlint.json configurations and prioritizes your existing project rules over default skill settings.

Markdown Syntax Formatter

Name: Markdown Syntax Formatter
Author: talent-factory

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Content Management

Standardizes and repairs Markdown documents by fixing heading hierarchies, converting visual formatting, and ensuring compliance with Swiss German orthography.

About

The Markdown Syntax Formatter skill streamlines documentation workflows by automating the repair and standardization of Markdown files according to CommonMark and GitHub Flavored Markdown specifications. It excels at transforming visual cues into proper syntax, enforcing logical heading progressions, and managing complex list structures with consistent markers. Beyond basic formatting, it handles specialized tasks like applying Swiss German orthography and respecting project-specific linter configurations. This skill is ideal for developers and technical writers who need to ensure their content is consistent, professional, and compatible with standard Markdown parsers.

Key Features

1 GitHub stars
Automated heading hierarchy repair and logical structure enforcement
Automatic Swiss German orthography application for German-language text
Context-aware handling of linter exceptions and project-specific configurations
Conversion of visual formatting cues into standard GFM and CommonMark syntax
Intelligent code block language identification and formatting

Use Cases

Ensuring German documentation follows Swiss orthography standards
Converting unstructured text notes into formatted technical guides
Standardizing legacy project documentation and README files

About

Key Features

1 GitHub stars
Automated heading hierarchy repair and logical structure enforcement
Automatic Swiss German orthography application for German-language text
Context-aware handling of linter exceptions and project-specific configurations
Conversion of visual formatting cues into standard GFM and CommonMark syntax
Intelligent code block language identification and formatting

Use Cases

Ensuring German documentation follows Swiss orthography standards
Converting unstructured text notes into formatted technical guides
Standardizing legacy project documentation and README files