Yes, that is the whole point of markdown. However, a good markdown editor will provide syntax highlighting, keyboard shortcuts, time stamps, etc. The split vie

Yes, that is the whole point of markdown. However, a good markdown editor will provide syntax highlighting, keyboard shortcuts, time stamps, etc. The split view is nice because you can visualize the final product, but it is the least of the features offered by a good markdown editor. I personally use Aptana (since I use it for other stuff), but I have Markdown installed on my computer too. It is an excellent markdown editor.