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MediaWiki to Jira Converter

Transform MediaWiki tables into Jira markup for issue tracking and documentation

MediaWiki Input

Jira Output

About MediaWiki to Jira Converter

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

Key Features

  • Header Support: Toggle header row with double pipe (||) delimiters
  • Automatic Parsing: Extracts data from MediaWiki table markup
  • Jira Compatible: Works with Jira Cloud, Server, Data Center, and Confluence
  • 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 or upload a .wiki 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 or Confluence page
  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
  • New Line: Each row on a new line

Example Conversion

MediaWiki Input:

{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Name !! Age !! City !! Department
|-
| John Doe || 28 || New York || Engineering
|-
| Jane Smith || 34 || London || Marketing
|}

Jira Output:

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

Common Use Cases

  • Jira Issues: Add data tables to issue descriptions and comments
  • Confluence Pages: Create structured documentation tables
  • Project Documentation: Document requirements, test cases, and specifications
  • Sprint Planning: Create tables for sprint planning and retrospectives
  • Status Reports: Display project status and metrics
  • Knowledge Base: Build comparison tables and reference data

Jira Compatibility

This converter generates standard Jira markup that works with:

  • Jira Cloud
  • Jira Server
  • Jira Data Center
  • Confluence Cloud
  • Confluence Server
  • Confluence Data Center

MediaWiki Table Support

Supports standard MediaWiki table syntax:

  • Table opening with {|
  • Header rows with ! delimiter
  • Row separators with |-
  • Data rows with | delimiter
  • Cell separators with ||
  • Table closing with |}

Tips for Best Results

  • Use header row for column names to improve readability
  • Keep cell content concise for better display in Jira
  • Test the output in Jira preview mode before publishing
  • Avoid nested tables for better compatibility
  • Consider mobile users when creating wide tables
  • Use Jira's table formatting options for additional styling

Privacy & Security

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