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MD at a glance
MD
Convert MD files with ConverterHQ using workflows tuned for document compatibility, predictable output, and practical downstream use.
Category
Document
Extensions
.md
MIME types
text/markdown
Created
2004
Inventor
John Gruber and Aaron Swartz
Status
active
PSD at a glance
PSD
Convert PSD files with ConverterHQ using workflows tuned for image compatibility, predictable output, and practical downstream use.
Category
Image
Extensions
.psd
MIME types
image/vnd.adobe.photoshop
Created
1990
Inventor
Adobe
Status
proprietary
Format comparison
| Feature | MD | PSD |
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| File type | Document | Image |
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| Created year | 2004 | 1990 |
| Inventor | John Gruber and Aaron Swartz | Adobe |
| Status | active | proprietary |
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| Vector scaling | Not supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use MD
- Your source file is already in MD.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to PSD.
- MD is commonly used in document workflows.
When to use PSD
- Your target workflow expects PSD.
- Improve delivery compatibility with PSD.
- PSD is commonly used in image workflows.
FAQs
Why convert MD to PSD?
Convert to PSD when artwork must remain editable in Photoshop, especially for retouching, compositing, layered design, or collaborative production handoff.
It is the right target for preserving Adobe-native editing structure.
What changes when converting MD to PSD?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
What should I review after converting MD to PSD?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.