Mkdocs Macros Plugin

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Create richer and more beautiful pages in MkDocs, by using variables and calls to macros in the markdown code.

Overview:

Mkdocs-Macros is a plugin for MkDocs that enhances the functionality by allowing users to utilize variables and macros for automation tasks, resulting in more visually appealing pages. This plugin makes it easier for contributors to create rich and beautiful content by transforming markdown pages into jinja2 templates.

Features:

  • Variables and Macros: Automate tasks and create dynamic content using variables and macros.
  • Jinja2 Templates: Transform markdown pages into jinja2 templates for customization.
  • Custom Filters: Define custom filters to further enhance the content.
  • Wide Range of Facilities: Utilize Jinja2 features like conditions and loops for more advanced content manipulation.
  • Predefined Variables: Access predefined objects for environment, project, page, and git information.

Standard Installation:

  1. Download the package.
  2. Run the installation command:
    pip install mkdocs-macros-plugin
    
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MkDocs

MkDocs is a fast, simple and downright gorgeous static site generator that's geared towards building project documentation. Documentation source files are written in Markdown, and configured with a single YAML configuration file.

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Documentation

Documentation themes are built specifically for writing technical and product documentation. They are normally written and maintained in Markdown. The often include a navigation menu, search bar, clear headings, semantic document structure and clean typography.