Markdown to ActionScript Converter

About Markdown to ActionScript Converter

Convert Markdown content to ActionScript 3.0 variables for use in Flash and Adobe AIR applications. Choose between single string or array format.

Key Features

• String Format: Single ActionScript String variable with escaped newlines
• Array Format: ActionScript Array with one string per line
• Proper Escaping: Handles quotes, backslashes, and special characters
• File Download: Save as .as file
• Instant Preview: Real-time conversion as you type

How to Use

1. Input Markdown: Paste your Markdown content or upload a .md file
2. Choose Format: Select string or array output format
3. Review Output: The ActionScript code updates automatically
4. Copy or Download: Use the code in your Flash/AIR project

Output Formats

• String Variable: Single string with \\n for line breaks
• Array Variable: Array of strings, one per line

Example Conversion

Markdown Input:

# Hello World
This is a **bold** statement.

- Item 1
- Item 2

ActionScript Output (String):

var markdownContent:String = "# Hello World\nThis is a **bold** statement.\n\n- Item 1\n- Item 2";

ActionScript Output (Array):

var markdownLines:Array = [
    "# Hello World",
    "This is a **bold** statement.",
    "",
    "- Item 1",
    "- Item 2"
];

Common Use Cases

• Flash Applications: Display formatted documentation in Flash apps
• AIR Applications: Embed help text and documentation
• Game Development: Store dialog and narrative content
• Rich Internet Applications: Dynamic content loading
• Educational Software: Lesson content and instructions

ActionScript Integration

Using String Format:

package {
    import flash.display.Sprite;
    import flash.text.TextField;
    
    public class MarkdownDisplay extends Sprite {
        public function MarkdownDisplay() {
            var markdownContent:String = "# Hello\nWorld";
            
            var textField:TextField = new TextField();
            textField.text = markdownContent;
            addChild(textField);
        }
    }
}

Using Array Format:

package {
    import flash.display.Sprite;
    
    public class MarkdownProcessor extends Sprite {
        public function MarkdownProcessor() {
            var markdownLines:Array = [
                "# Hello",
                "World"
            ];
            
            for each (var line:String in markdownLines) {
                trace(line);
            }
        }
    }
}

Character Escaping

The converter automatically escapes special characters:

• Backslash (\\) → \\\\
• Double quote (") → \\"
• Newline → \\n
• Carriage return → \\r
• Tab → \\t

Tips for Best Results

• Use string format for simple content display
• Use array format for line-by-line processing
• Consider using a Markdown parser in ActionScript for rendering
• Test the output in your Flash/AIR environment

Privacy & Security

All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your Markdown content is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.