MySQL to LaTeX Converter

About MySQL to LaTeX Converter

Convert MySQL database dumps (CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements) to professional LaTeX table format using the booktabs package. Perfect for academic papers, research documents, and technical reports.

Key Features

• Booktabs Format: Uses professional \toprule, \midrule, and \bottomrule commands
• Automatic Escaping: Properly escapes LaTeX special characters (&, %, $, #, _, braces, ~, ^, \)
• Column Headers: Optional header row from CREATE TABLE column names
• Centered Alignment: All columns use centered alignment by default
• Table Environment: Complete table environment with caption
• File Download: Save as .tex file for direct inclusion in LaTeX documents

How to Use

1. Input MySQL Data: Paste your MySQL CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements or upload a .sql file
2. Configure Options: Toggle column headers on/off
3. Review Output: The LaTeX table generates automatically
4. Copy or Download: Use the Copy or Download button to save your LaTeX code

LaTeX Packages Required

To use the generated LaTeX tables, include these packages in your document preamble:

\usepackage{booktabs}  % For professional tables
\usepackage{array}     % For advanced column formatting

Example Conversion

MySQL Input:

CREATE TABLE employees (
  id INT PRIMARY KEY,
  name VARCHAR(100),
  age INT,
  salary DECIMAL(10,2)
);

INSERT INTO employees VALUES (1, 'John Doe', 28, 75000.00);
INSERT INTO employees VALUES (2, 'Jane Smith', 34, 82000.50);

LaTeX Output:

\begin{table}[h]
\centering
\begin{tabular}{cccc}
\toprule
id & name & age & salary \\
\midrule
1 & John Doe & 28 & 75000.00 \\
2 & Jane Smith & 34 & 82000.50 \\
\bottomrule
\end{tabular}
\caption{MySQL Data}
\end{table}

Common Use Cases

• Academic Papers: Include database query results in research papers
• Technical Reports: Document database schemas and sample data
• Theses & Dissertations: Present experimental data from MySQL databases
• Documentation: Create professional documentation with database examples
• Presentations: Generate tables for Beamer presentations
• Books & Manuals: Include database examples in technical books

Customization Tips

• Column Alignment: Change 'c' to 'l' (left) or 'r' (right) in the tabular specification
• Column Width: Use p with width for fixed-width columns (e.g., p with 3cm)
• Caption: Modify the \caption text to describe your table
• Label: Add \label with tab:mytable after caption for cross-referencing
• Position: Change [h] to [t] (top), [b] (bottom), or [p] (separate page)

Special Character Handling

The converter automatically escapes these LaTeX special characters:

• &: Escaped as \&
• %: Escaped as \%
• $: Escaped as \$
• #: Escaped as \#
• _: Escaped as \_
• Braces, ~, ^, \: Properly escaped for LaTeX

Privacy & Security

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

FAQ

Do I need the booktabs package to compile the output?

Yes. The generated table uses \toprule, \midrule, and \bottomrule from the booktabs package. Make sure you include \usepackage{booktabs} in your LaTeX preamble.

How can I change column alignment?

The tool currently uses centered columns only. After conversion, edit the tabular specification manually (for example, replace cccc with lcrc) to match your desired alignment.

What if my data contains LaTeX commands already?

Because the converter escapes LaTeX special characters, raw LaTeX commands in your data will not be interpreted as commands. If you need real LaTeX markup, insert it manually after conversion.

Can I use the output with Beamer or other classes?

Yes. The generated table is standard LaTeX and works in articles, reports, books, and Beamer presentations as long as required packages are loaded.

Is any of my data sent to a compilation service?

No. The tool only produces LaTeX source code in your browser. You run pdflatex or other compilers locally; nothing is uploaded from this page.