Glow is a terminal-based interface designed for browsing, rendering, and navigating markdown documentation. It functions as a command-line reader that allows users to discover and view formatted text files directly within their terminal environment.
The tool distinguishes itself by providing a high-performance pager that supports both local file system navigation and remote repository access. It automatically scans directories and version control structures to index documentation, while its remote-aware fetching capabilities enable the retrieval of content from web sources and code repositories without leaving the command line.
Beyond basic reading, the application includes utilities for terminal output customization, such as adjustable visual themes and layout settings. It also supports the generation of standard Unix manual pages from interface definitions and maintains consistent user preferences through persistent configuration files.
The software is distributed as a command-line utility and includes built-in diagnostic tools for event logging and real-time log monitoring to assist with troubleshooting.
