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Magic: The Gathering

Use this page for MTG cards when you need fast help with set codes, collector numbers, finishes, and price guidance before you list or trade.

This page is for players and collectors who can tell the card is MTG but still need the exact print, finish, or set context confirmed from photos.

Foils Showcase frames Commander cards Secret Lair prints Multilingual cards

What to capture in the photo

  • Photograph the full front without perspective tilt
  • Add the lower border so set code and collector number stay readable
  • Capture foil sheen, edge wear, and curling when relevant

What matters most

  • Set code and collector number matching
  • Foil, etched, showcase, and variant treatment clues
  • Language and condition details that affect pricing

Clues to capture

  • Bottom-border set code and collector number
  • Frame treatment, expansion symbol, and foil effect
  • Language line, artist line, and print-specific styling

What drives value

  • Exact print and finish
  • Condition on edges, corners, and surface
  • Whether the card is a regular, promo, showcase, or other premium version

Searches people usually mean when they land here

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How to use PullScope for magic: the gathering

Step 1

Start broad

Photograph the full card first so the app can separate game, set family, and likely card type.

Step 2

Add the detail shot

Use a second photo for the back, number area, or finish detail where this category gets sorted accurately.

Step 3

Decide the next move

Use the result to decide whether the card looks ready to trust, worth rescanning, or important enough for a manual check.

Questions people ask before they scan

Can PullScope separate regular, foil, and showcase MTG prints?

It can when the photo captures the frame treatment clearly. For borderline cases, rescan or add another angle so the finish stays visible.

Does PullScope rely on live API calls during every scan?

No. The core flow is catalog-first and cache-first, with local snapshots used before any fallback source.

Should I scan sleeved cards?

Yes if needed, but reduce glare. Sleeves can hide foil and wear details, so an unsleeved scan is usually stronger when possible.