MediaWiki to AsciiDoc Converter

About MediaWiki to AsciiDoc Converter

Convert MediaWiki table markup to AsciiDoc table format. Perfect for technical documentation, books, and publishing workflows using AsciiDoc.

Key Features

• Multiple Table Styles: Grid, simple (PSV), and CSV formats
• Header Support: Toggle header row with options attribute
• Auto-sizing: Grid tables automatically adjust column widths
• AsciiDoc Compatible: Works with Asciidoctor and AsciiDoc processors
• Publishing Ready: Suitable for books, manuals, and documentation
• 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 table style and header options
3. Review Output: The AsciiDoc markup updates automatically
4. Copy or Download: Use the Copy or Download button to save your AsciiDoc

Table Styles

• Grid: Bordered table with visible cell boundaries (best for complex tables)
• Simple (PSV): Pipe-separated values with clean syntax (most common)
• CSV: Comma-separated values format (compact and portable)

Example Conversion

MediaWiki Input:

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

AsciiDoc Output (Simple):

[options="header"]
|===
| Name | Age | City

| John Doe | 28 | New York
| Jane Smith | 34 | London
|===

AsciiDoc Output (Grid):

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

Common Use Cases

• Technical Documentation: Create documentation with AsciiDoc
• Book Publishing: Write books using AsciiDoc format
• API Documentation: Document APIs with structured tables
• User Manuals: Create professional user guides
• README Files: Enhanced documentation for projects
• Static Site Generators: Use with Jekyll, Hugo, or Antora

AsciiDoc Compatibility

The generated markup is compatible with:

• Asciidoctor (Ruby implementation)
• AsciiDoc Python
• Antora (documentation site generator)
• GitHub AsciiDoc rendering
• GitLab AsciiDoc support
• Static site generators supporting AsciiDoc

When to Use Each Style

• Grid: Complex tables with many columns, precise alignment needed
• Simple: Most common choice, clean and readable source
• CSV: Compact format, easy to import/export, good for data tables

Tips for Best Results

• Use simple style for most documentation tables
• Use grid style when you need precise column alignment
• Use CSV style for data-heavy tables
• Keep cell content concise for better readability
• Use header row for column names
• Test output with Asciidoctor to verify rendering
• Consider table width in final rendered output

Privacy & Security

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