Academic template
Markdown academic paper template for Mac.
Start from a clean paper structure: abstract, sections, figures, tables, citations, math, and references. Write in Markdown, preview the finished paper, and export a polished PDF.
A simple academic paper structure
This template keeps the source readable while giving the final PDF a formal structure. Use it for seminar papers, course handouts, research notes, working papers, or drafts you want to share as a finished document.
# Paper Title
Author Name
Course or Department
## Abstract
One paragraph summarizing the question, method, and result.
## Introduction
Introduce the problem, context, and claim.
## Method
Describe the approach, sources, data, or procedure.
## Results
Present findings with tables, figures, or equations.
## Discussion
Explain what the results mean and where the limits are.
## References
Use /source in Minidocs to add formatted citations.Citations and references
Use the source sheet to add structured citation data, insert markers in the text, and render a reference list at the end. Minidocs supports APA, MLA, Chicago, and plain numbered styles.
Figures, tables, and math
Academic papers often need more than prose. Minidocs supports images with captions, GFM tables, LaTeX-style equations through KaTeX, Mermaid diagrams, callouts, and syntax-highlighted code blocks.
Live PDF preview
The preview shows page layout as you work, so you can catch long tables, awkward image placement, and page breaks before exporting. Use visual style controls for font, spacing, paper size, and margins.
Academic paper FAQ
Can I write an academic paper in Markdown?
Yes. Minidocs supports academic paper structure, citations, math, figures, tables, code blocks, and PDF export from Markdown.
Does Minidocs support citation styles?
Yes. APA, MLA, Chicago, and plain citation styles are supported.
Can I use this for a thesis?
Yes for shorter thesis drafts or chapters. For full thesis workflows, see the dedicated thesis and dissertation pages.