Starting with version 2026.4, Stimulsoft products will include a new Markdown component. It allows you to add formatted text to reports using Markdown syntax directly in the report template.
What is Markdown
Markdown is a markup language that allows you to format plain text using simple characters. For example, you can create headings, add lists, links, and much more.The Markdown component in the report designer supports the CommonMark 0.31.2 specification, as well as GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) extensions and a number of additional features.
Working with the component
The Markdown component can be added to a report template page in the same way as any other component: from the Toolbox panel or the Insert tab. You can then work with the content in a dedicated editor. The source text with Markdown markup is displayed on the left, while the rendered result is shown on the right. The editor allows you to create:- headings of different levels;
- bold, italic, and strikethrough text;
- bulleted, numbered, and task lists;
- tables;
- links and images;
- blockquotes and code blocks;
- informational callouts;
- horizontal rules.
In addition, the component supports the standard features of Stimulsoft report components, including styles, conditions, borders, backgrounds, automatic resizing, and content splitting across pages.