How to fix broken markdown footnote references
- Step 1Drop the draft — Paste the Markdown with footnotes.
- Step 2Repair — Click Run — mismatches and malformed syntax are reported.
- Step 3Apply fixes — Edit the source to address the reported issues.
Frequently asked questions
What syntax does it accept?+
Standard `[^id]` for both references and definitions.
Will it suggest matches for typos?+
Currently it reports mismatches; smart-suggestion is a future Pro feature.
Does it handle inline footnotes?+
Yes. Pandoc inline syntax (`^[text]`) is 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.