MediaWiki to ASCII Converter

About MediaWiki to ASCII Converter

Convert MediaWiki table markup to beautiful ASCII art tables. Perfect for documentation, README files, terminal output, and plain text displays.

Key Features

• Multiple Border Styles: Box drawing characters, simple ASCII, or no borders
• Text Alignment: Left, center, or right alignment for all cells
• Auto-sizing: Columns automatically adjust to content width
• Header Support: Distinct header row with separator line
• Unicode Support: Beautiful box drawing characters for modern terminals
• File Upload: Upload .wiki files directly
• Instant Preview: Real-time conversion as you type
• Copy & Download: Easy export options

How to Use

1. Input MediaWiki Table: Paste your MediaWiki table markup or upload a .wiki file
2. Choose Style: Select border style and text alignment
3. Review Output: The ASCII table updates automatically
4. Copy or Download: Use the Copy or Download button to save your ASCII table

Border Styles

• Box Drawing: Uses Unicode box drawing characters (┌─┐│└┘) for elegant tables
• Simple: Uses basic ASCII characters (+, -, |) for maximum compatibility
• No Borders: Minimal style with pipe separators only

Example Conversion

MediaWiki Input:

{| class="wikitable"
! Name !! Age !! City
|-
| John Doe || 28 || New York
|-
| Jane Smith || 34 || London
|}

ASCII Output (Box Drawing):

┌────────────┬─────┬──────────┐
│ Name       │ Age │ City     │
├────────────┼─────┼──────────┤
│ John Doe   │ 28  │ New York │
│ Jane Smith │ 34  │ London   │
└────────────┴─────┴──────────┘

ASCII Output (Simple):

+------------+-----+----------+
| Name       | Age | City     |
+------------+-----+----------+
| John Doe   | 28  | New York |
| Jane Smith | 34  | London   |
+------------+-----+----------+

Common Use Cases

• Documentation: Create ASCII tables for README files and documentation
• Terminal Output: Display data in command-line applications
• Plain Text: Format tables for email or text-only environments
• Code Comments: Include formatted tables in source code comments
• Markdown: Create code blocks with ASCII tables
• Log Files: Format structured data in log files

Alignment Options

• Left: Text aligned to the left (default, most readable)
• Center: Text centered in each cell
• Right: Text aligned to the right (good for numbers)

Tips for Best Results

• Use box drawing style for modern terminals and documentation
• Use simple style for maximum compatibility with older systems
• Left alignment is most readable for text content
• Right alignment works well for numeric data
• Center alignment is good for headers and short content
• Keep cell content concise for better table appearance
• Use monospace fonts when displaying ASCII tables

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Why do my tables sometimes look misaligned in certain editors?

  ASCII tables rely on monospace fonts to align correctly. If your editor or viewer uses a proportional font, columns may appear uneven. Switch to a monospace font (such as Consolas or Courier New) for best results.

• Are Unicode box-drawing characters safe to use everywhere?

  Most modern terminals, editors, and browsers support Unicode box-drawing characters. For maximum compatibility with very old systems or plain-text environments, use the simple style with only +, -, and | characters.

• Can I edit the ASCII table after conversion?

  Yes. The output is plain text, so you can manually edit cell contents, borders, or alignment directly in your editor as needed.

• Does the converter support very wide or long tables?

  Yes, but extremely wide tables may wrap or become hard to read in narrow terminals or on mobile devices. Consider limiting the number of columns or splitting large tables into smaller sections for readability.

• Is my MediaWiki content ever uploaded or stored remotely?

  No. All processing happens entirely in your browser. Your MediaWiki input and ASCII output are never transmitted to any external server.

Privacy & Security

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