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Why?
This is because the field you're currently editing does not have Markdown enabled or supported . Any other syntax won't be rendered either. This is often reported in Simply Plural.
Common Fixes
Use a Markdown-supported field
Make sure the field you're editing supports Markdown, that it also supports converting text to images and your settings aren't blocking remote content.
This is usually supported in descriptions and custom fields , while NOT on name and pronouns.
Enable Markdown / image support
There are different places to look at depending on what kind of field you're editing:
Description: On SP, use the "paint roller" toggle located on the top right corner of the field (in edit mode). Make sure there isn't a strike-through, then test by exiting edit mode.
Custom fields: Go to the "Custom fields" settings, then make sure that Markdown support is enabled for the chosen field.
For Ampersand: Go to Settings -> Security -> Toggle on "Allow remote content".
Why?
If you have a working internet connection, in almost any case of this kind, this is because the service that hosts your linked image (usually Catbox, File garden, …) does not permit its usage in your app . This is due to an enormous amount of images trying to be handled at the same time when an app like Simply Plural tries to download all avatars at once. So it's best you don't use these services for plural purposes and instead rely on the fixes below.
Common Fixes
If possible: Upload to the app / tool directly
In most apps like Simply Plural, Octocon and more, you are given the option to
In few apps like Ampersand, it's possible to locally load media through assets instead of risking your privacy and uploading them online. Local means data doesn't leave your device. The app will provide you options, and usually you would include them with the  syntax; notice the added @ .
If directly uploading to the app's storage isn't possible in your app, try the other method below.
Switch to a hosting provider that is made for plural usage
We recommend you use ScratchUpload . It is made by a plural system and is made for usage in plural contexts, such as keeping all your avatars. It also comes with great privacy-focused features and firewalls to avoid bot scrappers pulling your images and only allow the services you actually use for downloading them. Everyone can use the site as long as it's useful for them.
Why?
This is because the Markdown format is invalid in some way - usually, there are hidden characters that you might not be aware of and that would prevent images from working correctly. Did you copy and paste from someone else's template or do you use a non-English keyboard? Both could accidentally make that happen.
Common Fixes
Retype the Markdown
As simple as that:
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If the URL leads to the image, then keep this link.
If it's on ScratchUpload , there's a chance you get an "Access Forbidden normal and intentional, and you may try using that link regardless.
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Paste that link back into your app under () and see if the image loads properly.
Inspect your text
Watch out for any invisible characters that might accidentally get put into your syntax. This is due to using some non-English keyboards and/or text converters such as a stylish text generator. Any of them found inside the image Markdown will break the final render.
Try an Unicode Character Inspector found online where you paste in your text and it will tell you exactly what your text contains. From there you can tell if any unusual Unicode character is found inside what you pasted.