DocBook to Markdown - XML Docs to GitHub Format

Convert DocBook XML to Markdown format. Transform enterprise documentation and technical manuals into GitHub-compatible Markdown for modern workflows.

Note: First conversion initializes Pandoc WebAssembly (~55MB download). Subsequent conversions are instant and work offline.

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Accepts .xml, .docbook, .dbk files

DocBook XML Input

Markdown Output

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Frequently Asked Questions

Markdown is simpler to edit and widely supported by modern platforms. Converting DocBook XML lets you migrate enterprise documentation to GitHub, GitLab, or static site generators while maintaining content structure.

Book/article structure, chapters, sections, paragraphs, emphasis, lists, tables, code examples, links, footnotes, admonitions, and cross-references all convert to Markdown equivalents.

DocBook's hierarchical structure (book > chapter > section) becomes Markdown heading levels (# ## ###). The table of contents structure translates naturally.

DocBook programlisting and screen elements become fenced Markdown code blocks. Language hints from the language attribute are preserved for syntax highlighting.

DocBook tables (including CALS tables) convert to Markdown tables. Complex tables with merged cells may need simplification for Markdown's simpler table format.

DocBook note, tip, warning, and caution elements convert to blockquotes with labels. Some Markdown processors support admonition extensions for better styling.

This tool handles one document at a time. For multi-file DocBook projects, convert each chapter individually and combine in your target platform.

Internal cross-references (xref) become Markdown links. References to other files become placeholder text that you can update for your documentation system.

Yes. The converter supports both DocBook 4 and DocBook 5 namespaced documents. Both versions produce equivalent Markdown output.

All processing happens in your browser using WebAssembly. Enterprise documentation and proprietary content never leave your device.

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