MediaWiki to Qlik Converter

About MediaWiki to Qlik Converter

Convert MediaWiki table markup to Qlik Sense load script format. Perfect for importing wiki data into Qlik Sense dashboards and business intelligence applications.

Key Features

• LOAD Script Generation: Creates Qlik Sense LOAD statements with INLINE data
• Field Escaping: Properly escapes field identifiers with square brackets
• Quote Handling: Handles values with commas, quotes, and newlines
• Unique Headers: Automatically handles duplicate column names
• MediaWiki Parser: Accurately parses MediaWiki table syntax
• File Upload: Upload .wiki files directly
• Copy & Download: Save as .qvs file for Qlik Sense

How to Use

1. Input MediaWiki Table: Paste your MediaWiki table markup or upload a .wiki file
2. Review Output: The Qlik load script generates automatically
3. Copy or Download: Use the Copy or Download button to save your .qvs file
4. Import to Qlik: Paste the script into Qlik Sense Data Load Editor

Qlik Load Script Format

The converter generates a standard Qlik Sense LOAD statement with INLINE data:

• Table Name: MediaWikiData (can be customized in Qlik)
• LOAD Statement: Lists all fields with proper escaping
• INLINE Block: Contains CSV-formatted data with header row
• Delimiter: Uses comma delimiter with proper quoting

Example Conversion

MediaWiki Input:

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

Qlik Output:

MediaWikiData:
LOAD
    [Name],
    [Age],
    [City],
    [Department]
INLINE [
Name,Age,City,Department
John Doe,28,New York,Engineering
Jane Smith,34,London,Marketing
] (delimiter is ',');

Common Use Cases

• Business Intelligence: Import wiki data into Qlik Sense dashboards
• Data Analysis: Analyze wiki tables with Qlik's powerful analytics
• Reporting: Create reports from wiki documentation
• Data Integration: Combine wiki data with other data sources
• Visualization: Build interactive visualizations from wiki tables
• ETL Processes: Extract wiki data for transformation and loading

Qlik Sense Compatibility

The generated load script is compatible with:

• Qlik Sense Enterprise (all versions)
• Qlik Sense Cloud Business
• Qlik Sense Desktop
• QlikView (with minor syntax adjustments)

Field Name Handling

• Square Brackets: All field names are wrapped in [brackets] for safety
• Escape Characters: Right brackets (]) are escaped as ]]
• Duplicate Names: Automatically appends _2, _3, etc. to duplicates
• Empty Headers: Generates Field1, Field2, etc. for missing headers

Data Value Escaping

• Quotes: Double quotes are escaped as ""
• Commas: Values with commas are wrapped in quotes
• Newlines: Values with newlines are wrapped in quotes
• Empty Values: Preserved as empty strings

MediaWiki Table Syntax

Supports standard MediaWiki table markup:

• {|: Table opening with optional attributes
• ! Header: Exclamation mark for header cells (separated by !!)
• |-: Row separator
• | Data: Pipe for data cells (separated by ||)
• |}: Table closing

Using in Qlik Sense

1. Open Qlik Sense and create or open an app
2. Go to Data Load Editor
3. Paste the generated load script
4. Click "Load data" to import the table
5. Use the data in your visualizations and analytics

Tips for Best Results

• Ensure MediaWiki table has clear header rows
• Avoid special characters in header names when possible
• Test with sample data before processing large tables
• Review field names in Qlik and rename if needed
• Consider data types when building Qlik expressions

FAQ

What types of MediaWiki tables are supported?

This tool supports standard MediaWiki table markup that starts with {| and ends with |}, using ! for headers, |- for row separators, and |/|| for data cells.

How are field names handled in the Qlik script?

Header texts are normalized and then wrapped in square brackets (for example, [My Field]). Duplicate or empty headers are automatically resolved by appending suffixes or generating fallback names like Field1, Field2, and so on.

What happens if my data contains commas, quotes, or newlines?

Cell values that contain commas, quotes, or line breaks are wrapped in double quotes, and any embedded double quotes are escaped by doubling them. This ensures that the INLINE data block is valid CSV that Qlik can parse correctly.

Can I rename the table in Qlik?

Yes. The generated script uses a default table name like MediaWikiData:. Once you paste the script into Qlik's Data Load Editor, you can change that label to any valid table name that fits your naming conventions.

Is any of my table data uploaded or stored?

No. All parsing and script generation happen locally in your browser. Your MediaWiki table content is never sent to any server, ensuring your data remains private.

Privacy & Security

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