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Allows you to compose content in Markdown on a per-item basis. The markdown version is stored separately, so you can deactivate this plugin any time.
Snapshot
Rating: 5.0/5 (3 reviews)
Downloads: 12,951
Active installs: 70
Maintenance score: 22/100
Compatibility
Requires WordPress: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.5.8
Requires PHP: f
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