# Abra Magic — Next level card tricks

> Card magic enhancement app for tracking deck positions with special decks. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Nettle.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abra-magic/id1578771830 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paul Nettle](https://appshunter.io/developer/371892581)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-07-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abra-magic/id1578771830/reviews.md

## What is Abra Magic?

This app is part of the Nettle Magic Project (https://github.com/nettlep/magic). 

Take your card magic ot the next level. With Abra and a special deck of cards, you'll know the exact position of every card in the deck (or not in the deck, if cards are missing.)

Abra can run in three different modes:

1. Stand-alone (Local server) - In this mode, Abra will scan the deck and show you the order of all cards in the deck.
2. Server (Advertised) - In this mode, Abra works similar to stand-alone with the addition of allowing other devices running Abra in Client mode on the same WiFi network to connect and view the scanning results of the server. Multiple clients can connect to the same server, providing unlimited of options for trick setup.
3. Client - In this mode, Abra will not scan the deck but will instead automatically detect and connect to a remote scanning server device on the same WiFi network. The Abra client will display the results of and configure that remote server.

Features include:

* Select from a number of supported code formats, including reversible and error-correctible codes.
* Select from all available cameras on the device.
* Long-tap on the deck to toggle display layouts.
* Abra uses multiple scans from a continuous video feed to build a single confident scanning result.
* Scanning confidence is reported to the user visually, with Red being low confidence and Green being high confidence.
* Make sure your results aren't lost - automatically pause scanning as soon as a high-confident scan is capturd.
* Automatically recognize decks in New Deck Order (NDO) for quick verification of tests.
* Send an alert (vibration pulse) to all connected devices.
* Use Abra to evaluate the quality of your marked deck by showing which cards scan well and which ones are difficult to scan.
* Fully configure the server remotely, from scanning resolution to decoding options to scanning grid density. You're in complete control.

IMPORTANT: To get real value from Abra, you will need access to an edge-marked deck of playing cards. As this is a hobbyist project, this probably means making one yourself. Documentation for applying edge-marks to a standard deck of playing cards can be found here: https://nettlep.github.io/magic/#marking.

## Key features

- Track card positions in a special deck
- Stand-alone, server, and client modes
- Share scan results over WiFi
- Supports various code formats
- Visual scanning confidence reporting
- Automatic pause on high-confidence scans
- Evaluate marked deck quality


## Frequently asked questions about Abra Magic

### Does Abra Magic have ads?

No, Abra Magic is ad-free. As a hobbyist project, it focuses on providing a clean user experience without advertisements.

### What devices does Abra Magic support?

Abra Magic is available for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This broad compatibility allows users to access its features across various Apple devices.

### How does Abra Magic track cards?

Abra Magic uses a special edge-marked deck of playing cards. The app scans the deck, identifying the position of each card through supported code formats.

### Can I use Abra Magic offline?

Yes, Abra Magic can run in stand-alone mode, which functions as a local server. This allows you to scan and view card positions without an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for Abra Magic?

Abra Magic has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

### How often is Abra Magic updated?

Abra Magic was last updated on July 4, 2022, with version 1.0. As a hobbyist project, update frequency may vary.

### What is the learning methodology of Abra Magic?

Abra Magic's learning methodology is hands-on and practical. It guides users to create their own marked decks and experiment with tracking technology to improve their magic skills.

### Does Abra Magic offer certifications?

Abra Magic does not offer formal certifications. It is designed as a tool for hobbyists to enhance their personal magic practice and performance.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2022-07-04

No release notes.

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