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LaTeX to Magic Converter

Transform LaTeX tables into Magic: The Gathering deck format

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About LaTeX to Magic Converter

Convert LaTeX tables to Magic: The Gathering deck format. This format is used by popular deck-building websites and tools like MTG Goldfish, TappedOut, and Moxfield.

Key Features

  • Simple Format: Converts to standard "Quantity CardName" format
  • Header Support: Option to skip header row for clean output
  • Automatic Parsing: Extracts quantity and card names from LaTeX tables
  • Special Character Handling: Properly unescapes LaTeX special characters
  • 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 with quantity and card name columns
  2. Configure Options: Choose whether to skip the header row
  3. Review Output: The Magic deck format updates automatically
  4. Copy or Download: Use the Copy button or download as .txt file
  5. Import to Deck Builder: Paste into your favorite deck-building tool

Magic Deck Format

The standard Magic: The Gathering deck format is simple:

  • Format: Quantity CardName (e.g., "4 Lightning Bolt")
  • One card per line: Each line represents one card entry
  • Comments: Lines starting with // are comments

Example Conversion

LaTeX Input:

\begin{tabular}{ll}
\toprule
Quantity & Card Name \\
\midrule
4 & Lightning Bolt \\
4 & Counterspell \\
2 & Ancestral Recall \\
1 & Black Lotus \\
\bottomrule
\end{tabular}

Magic Output:

// Magic: The Gathering Deck Format
// Format: Quantity CardName

4 Lightning Bolt
4 Counterspell
2 Ancestral Recall
1 Black Lotus

Common Use Cases

  • Deck Lists: Convert research or analysis tables to deck format
  • Tournament Reports: Share deck lists from LaTeX documents
  • Collection Management: Import card lists into collection trackers
  • Deck Building: Transfer deck ideas to online deck builders
  • Academic Papers: Convert deck data from research papers

Compatible Platforms

The generated deck format works with:

  • MTG Goldfish
  • TappedOut
  • Moxfield
  • Archidekt
  • MTG Arena (with minor adjustments)
  • MTGO (Magic Online)

Tips for Best Results

  • Ensure your LaTeX table has at least two columns: Quantity and Card Name
  • Use the first column for quantities (numbers)
  • Use the second column for card names (exact names as they appear on cards)
  • Check the "Skip Header Row" option if your first row contains column labels
  • Verify card names match official spellings for import compatibility

Privacy & Security

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