MediaWiki to TracWiki Converter

About MediaWiki to TracWiki Converter

Convert MediaWiki table markup to TracWiki format for use in Trac project management systems, issue tracking, and wiki documentation. TracWiki uses a simple double-pipe syntax for tables.

Key Features

• Header Support: Toggle header row with = syntax for bold headers
• Simple Syntax: Clean || delimiter format
• Special Character Escaping: Properly escapes TracWiki special characters
• MediaWiki Parser: Accurately parses MediaWiki table syntax
• Trac Compatible: Works with all Trac versions
• Project Management: Perfect for Trac wikis 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. Configure Header: Choose whether to include header row
3. Review Output: The TracWiki markup updates automatically
4. Export: Copy to clipboard or download as text file

TracWiki Table Syntax

• ||: Cell delimiter (double pipe)
• = Header =: Header cell with equals signs for bold text
• Spaces: Single space after opening || and before closing ||
• Line breaks: 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
|}

TracWiki Output:

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

Common Use Cases

• Trac Wiki Pages: Add tables to Trac wiki documentation
• Project Documentation: Document project data in Trac
• Issue Tracking: Add data tables to Trac tickets
• Software Development: Technical documentation in Trac
• Team Collaboration: Share structured data in Trac wikis
• Requirements Documentation: Document requirements with tables
• Test Case Documentation: Create test case matrices

TracWiki Compatibility

This converter generates standard TracWiki markup that works with:

• Trac 1.x (all versions)
• Trac 0.x (legacy versions)
• Edgewall Trac (official implementation)
• Any Trac-compatible wiki system

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

Header Formatting

TracWiki headers use the = syntax:

• ||= Header =||: Creates bold header text
• Automatic spacing: Converter adds proper spacing around =
• Visual distinction: Headers stand out in rendered tables

Special Character Handling

The converter automatically escapes TracWiki special characters:

• Double pipes (||) within cell content
• Square brackets ([]) for wiki links
• Curly braces ({}) for macros
• Other TracWiki markup characters

Trac Integration

TracWiki tables integrate seamlessly with Trac features:

• Wiki Links: Can include [[WikiLinks]] in cells
• Ticket References: Reference tickets with #123 syntax
• Macros: Use Trac macros within table cells
• Formatting: Apply bold, italic, and other formatting

Tips for Best Results

• Use header row for column names
• Keep cell content concise for better readability
• Test the output in Trac preview mode before saving
• Consider mobile users when creating wide tables
• Use consistent formatting across all cells
• Avoid nested tables for better compatibility
• Include ticket references where relevant

Trac Project Management

TracWiki tables are commonly used for:

• Feature comparison matrices
• Test case documentation
• Requirements traceability
• Sprint planning tables
• Release notes and changelogs
• Team member assignments
• Configuration documentation

Privacy & Security

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