How to repair and link markdown footnotes
- Step 1Drop the doc — Upload the Markdown file with footnotes.
- Step 2Validate — Click Run — references and definitions are cross-checked.
- Step 3Review the report — Fix any orphaned references or missing definitions in your editor.
Frequently asked questions
Does this work with all footnote syntax?+
Standard `[^id]` syntax is supported. Pandoc-specific extensions need pre-processing.
Will it auto-fix orphans?+
Currently it reports them. Auto-fix is a future Pro feature.
What about inline footnotes?+
Pandoc inline footnotes (`^[content]`) are detected and validated alongside reference-style.
Privacy first
All Markdown processing runs locally in your browser using JavaScript. No file is ever uploaded to JAD Apps servers — only metadata counters are saved for signed-in dashboard stats.