pandoc
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Description:
Swiss-army knife of markup format conversion
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 3.8.3@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 1, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @pandoc_md  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Developer tools
Tags: markdown converter documentation latex publishing
Install: brew install pandoc
About:
Pandoc is a universal document converter that transforms text between various markup formats including Markdown, HTML, LaTeX, and Word documents. It preserves formatting and structure during conversion, making it an essential tool for academic writing, documentation pipelines, and publishing workflows. Its powerful filtering system allows for sophisticated document manipulation and customization.
Key Features:
  • Supports over 40 input and output formats including Markdown, HTML, PDF, and Word
  • Extensive template system for custom output formatting
  • Citation processing with support for CSL styles and bibliographies
  • Lua filters for advanced document transformation and customization
Use Cases:
  • Converting academic papers between LaTeX, Word, and PDF formats
  • Building automated documentation pipelines for software projects
  • Generating multiple output formats from a single source document
Alternatives:
  • pandoc-crossref – Pandoc plugin for cross-references, extends core functionality
  • asciidoctor – Alternative document converter focused on AsciiDoc format
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