LaTeX to Jira Converter

About LaTeX to Jira Converter

Convert LaTeX tables to Jira table markup format for use in Atlassian Jira issues, comments, and documentation. Jira uses a simple pipe-based syntax for creating tables.

Key Features

• Header Support: Toggle header row with double-pipe (||) delimiters
• Automatic Parsing: Extracts data from LaTeX tabular environments
• Special Character Handling: Properly unescapes LaTeX special characters
• Jira Compatible: Works with Jira Cloud, Server, and Data Center
• File Upload: Upload .tex files directly
• Instant Preview: Real-time conversion as you type

How to Use

1. Input LaTeX Table: Paste your LaTeX table or upload a .tex file
2. Configure Options: Choose whether to include header row
3. Review Output: The Jira markup updates automatically
4. Copy to Jira: Use the Copy button and paste into your Jira issue
5. Download (Optional): Save as .txt file for later use

Jira Table Syntax

• ||Header||: Double pipes (||) for header cells
• |Data|: Single pipes (|) for data cells
• Row Separator: Each row on a new line

Example Conversion

LaTeX Input:

\begin{tabular}{llll}
\toprule
Name & Age & City & Department \\
\midrule
John Doe & 28 & New York & Engineering \\
Jane Smith & 34 & London & Marketing \\
\bottomrule
\end{tabular}

Jira Output:

||Name||Age||City||Department||
|John Doe|28|New York|Engineering|
|Jane Smith|34|London|Marketing|

Common Use Cases

• Project Documentation: Convert research tables to Jira documentation
• Issue Tracking: Add structured data to Jira issues
• Sprint Reports: Share data tables in sprint retrospectives
• Requirements: Document technical specifications with tables
• Test Cases: Create test case matrices in Jira

Jira Compatibility

This converter generates standard Jira markup that works with:

• Jira Cloud
• Jira Server
• Jira Data Center
• Confluence (Atlassian's wiki)

Special Character Handling

• LaTeX Escapes: Automatically unescapes \&, \%, \$, \#, \_, etc.
• Symbols: Converts LaTeX symbol commands to plain text
• Formatting: Removes LaTeX formatting commands

Tips for Best Results

• Use simple LaTeX tables without complex formatting
• Avoid nested tables or multirow/multicolumn cells
• Keep cell content concise for better readability in Jira
• Test the output in Jira preview mode before posting

FAQ

• Does this work with the new Jira rich text editor?

  Yes, but behavior can vary. In most Jira instances you can paste the generated table markup into a code or text block and Jira will render it as a table. If it appears as plain text, switch to the markup/wiki mode or consult your Jira admin.

• What happens to LaTeX formatting commands inside cells?

  The converter focuses on raw text content. Many LaTeX styling commands are stripped, so you may need to re-apply bold or italic formatting using Jira's own markup or editor tools.

• Can I add more columns in Jira after conversion?

  Yes. The resulting table is plain Jira markup, so you can manually edit the header and data lines to add or remove columns directly inside Jira.

• How do I handle very wide tables?

  Wide tables can be hard to read in Jira. Consider splitting large LaTeX tables into multiple smaller ones before conversion, or shorten column labels and cell contents.

• Is any of my LaTeX uploaded to a server?

  No. All parsing and conversion are done locally in your browser. Your LaTeX source stays on your device.

Privacy & Security

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