Convert Image to Markdown Table
Transform table screenshots and photos into editable Markdown. Preserves structure and formatting.
Drag & drop image or click to select
Supports PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP (Max 10MB)
How to convert image to Markdown table
Upload Image
Upload your table screenshot or photo to the file box above.
Start Recognition
Click the "Recognize" button to let our AI analyze table structure and content.
Get Markdown
Wait a few seconds, copy the Markdown table or download the file.
See the Magic in Action
Upload a table image and get clean, ready-to-use Markdown in seconds.
Input
Result
Markdown1| Subject | Mon | Wed | Fri |
2|---------|-------|-------|-------|
3| Period 1| Maths | Hist. | Sci. |
4| Period 2| Hist. | Sci. | Art |
5| Period 3| Art | Eng. | Eng. |This example shows a typical spreadsheet being converted to Markdown format.
AI conversion results may not be 100% accurate. If you need to make corrections, please refer to the Markdown Guide's Table Syntax.
Why use our Image to Markdown Table Converter?
Instant Markdown Output
Preserves Table Structure
Handwritten Table Support
Works with Any Source
No Installation Required
Secure Table Processing
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does table recognition work?
Our AI analyzes your image in three steps: First, it detects the table boundaries and cell structure. Then, it recognizes the text content within each cell. Finally, it generates properly formatted Markdown syntax with correct column alignment and separators.
Does it support merged cells?
Yes. Since standard Markdown tables don't natively support merged cells, our AI generates HTML table syntax when it detects rowspan or colspan structures. This HTML works seamlessly in most Markdown editors.
For example, cells that span multiple rows use the rowspan attribute, while cells spanning multiple columns use colspan. The output is valid HTML that renders correctly in Notion, Typora, Obsidian, and GitHub.
What types of tables can I convert?
Our tool handles a wide variety of table images:
- Screenshots: Excel, Google Sheets, web page tables, PDF viewers
- Photos: Printed tables from books, reports, or whiteboards
- Scanned documents: Screenshots from scanned PDFs or document images
- Handwritten: Hand-drawn tables from notebooks or meeting notes
Can I paste the output directly into Notion or Obsidian?
Absolutely. The generated Markdown is fully compatible with popular note-taking apps including Notion, Obsidian, Typora, Bear, and Logseq. Simply copy the output and paste it into your editor—the table will render instantly with proper formatting.
How does it handle tables with multiple header rows?
Our AI recognizes multi-level headers and complex table structures. For tables with multiple header rows or nested headers, it preserves the hierarchy in the output. When standard Markdown syntax is insufficient, it automatically switches to HTML table format to maintain the original structure.
What are common uses of table recognition?
Common use cases include:
- Data Migration: Convert legacy document tables to Markdown for modern documentation
- Research: Extract data tables from academic papers and reports
- Note-taking: Digitize handwritten tables from meetings or classes
- Content Creation: Quickly format comparison tables for blogs or wikis