MkDocs Integration

Website feedback on MkDocs in a few quick steps

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Written by Joe Scanlon
Updated over a week ago

Why MkDocs?

MkDocs is a fast, simple static site generator that builds project documentation. Documentation source files are written in Markdown and configured with a single YAML configuration file. Start by reading the introductory tutorial and User Guide for more information.


Why Marker.io?

With the power of Marker.io, collecting website feedback on MkDocsis a breeze, saving hours of developer time. Collect your feedback directly into your favorite PM tools and issue trackers.


How to add Marker.io to MkDocs

To add additional JavaScript to MkDocs, create a subfolder inside the docs folder let's call this javascripts and within that folder, create your JavaScript file, let's call this marker.js

docs/
javascripts/
marker.js

Copy the Javascript snippet code from your Marker.io project into the marker.js file

Removing the <script> tags.

Finally, edit the mkdocs.yml file and place the following additional lines:


extra_javascript:
- javascripts/marker.js

A sample mkdocs.yml file:

Now the Marker.io feedback widget will appear on your MkDocs website. Happy reporting!


Widget not displaying on your MkDocs website?

If your widget is not displaying, try the following:

  • Ensure your website[s] is listed under website domains. Navigate to your project settings > Settings > General > Website domains. Check that the correct website domain(s) is listed here.


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