The Ultimate Guide to MTG Proxies Deck Builder: Build, Share, and Discover

This article walks through all the features of the Deck Builder and explains how to make the most of the Public Decks system.

Getting Started with the Deck Builder

The Deck Builder is accessible to all users, even those without an account. However, to save your decks and access advanced features, we recommend creating an account. Here's what you can do:

For Guests:

• Try the Deck Builder without signing up
• Create and edit decks temporarily
• Export decks to a Print List

For Registered Users:

• Create and save one deck for free
• Access your deck from any device
• Make decks public or keep them private

For Pro Members:

• Create unlimited decks
• Access to all premium features
• No advertisements while building

Creating Your First Deck

Creating a new deck is simple:

1. Navigate to the Deck Builder landing page
2. Click "Create New Deck" or "Try It Out" if you're a guest
3. Name your deck (up to 45 characters)
4. Select a format (Standard, Modern, Commander, etc.)
5. Start adding cards to your collection

The Deck Builder automatically organizes your cards into the appropriate sections based on the format you've selected.

Powerful Card Search and Filtering

The integrated card search function makes it easy to find exactly what you need:

• Search by card name, text, type, mana cost, and more
• View card images and full Oracle text
• Add cards directly to your mainboard or sideboard
• Adjust card quantities with simple controls

Results update in real-time as you type, making it quick to find the perfect cards for your strategy.

Deck Organization

The Deck Builder supports multiple sections for proper deck organization:

• Mainboard: Your primary 60+ cards (or 100 for Commander)
• Sideboard: Up to 15 additional cards for between-game adjustments
• Commander: Special section for your Commander in EDH format decks

You can easily move cards between sections, adjust quantities, or remove cards entirely with just a few clicks.

Commander Support

When building a Commander deck, the Deck Builder offers a dedicated Commander tab where you can select your legendary creature or planeswalker commander. The interface will automatically:

• Verify that your selected card qualifies as a legal commander
• Display your commander with its full card image and text
• Allow you to quickly print or purchase your commander

This makes it simple to build proper Commander decks while ensuring your deck meets the format requirements.

Import and Export Features

Already have a deck elsewhere? The Deck Builder offers convenient import options:

• Import from popular formats like Arena, MTGO, or plain text
• Copy deck lists from websites or other sources
• Create mass entry links for purchasing cards from TCGPlayer

The import tool intelligently matches card names and automatically sorts them into the appropriate sections.

Saving and Managing Your Decks

Registered users can save their decks for future use:

• Browse all your created decks from the dashboard
• Edit or delete existing decks
• See last updated dates and deck status

Free users can create and save one deck, while Pro members enjoy unlimited deck creation.

Printing Your Deck

The Deck Builder integrates seamlessly with MTG Proxies's printing service:

• One-click add to Print List
• All cards in your deck added automatically
• Option to select specific cards for printing
• Maintains quantities for each card

This makes it simple to create high-quality proxies of your entire deck or just the expensive cards you're missing.

Public Decks: Share and Discover

One of the most exciting features of the Deck Builder is the ability to share your creations and discover decks from other users.

Publishing Your Deck

To make your deck public:

1. Toggle the "Public" option in the deck settings
2. Save your deck
3. Share the generated link with friends or the community

Public decks include your username as the creator, helping you build a reputation as a deck builder.

Browsing Public Decks

The Public Decks section lets you discover new strategies and get inspiration:

• Browse decks from the entire community
• Filter by format (Standard, Modern, Commander, etc.)
• Sort by newest, oldest, or alphabetically
• See deck creator and creation date
• View full decklists with card images

This is a great way to discover new deck ideas or see what's popular in different formats.

Using Public Decks

When you find a public deck you like, you can:

• View the complete decklist with all cards
• Copy the deck to your account (requires registration)
• Make modifications to your copy of the deck
• Add directly to Print List for printing
• Generate a TCGPlayer mass entry link for purchasing

Copying a deck creates your own version that you can edit and customize without affecting the original.

Pro Membership Benefits

While the Deck Builder offers great features for free, Pro members enjoy additional benefits:

• Create unlimited decks (free users are limited to one)
• No advertisements in the Deck Builder interface
• Priority support for any issues

Upgrading to Pro is a great way to support the site while unlocking the full potential of the Deck Builder.

Community and Sharing

The Deck Builder is designed with community in mind:

• Share deck links directly with friends
• Post your decks on social media or forums
• Get feedback from other players
• Build a collection of public decks to showcase your brewing skills

Your public decks remain available as long as your account is active, creating a lasting portfolio of your creations.

Conclusion

The MTG Proxies Deck Builder combines powerful features with a user-friendly interface to create the ultimate tool for Magic: The Gathering players. From casual brewing to competitive deck optimization, it provides everything you need to create, analyze, and share your decks.

Whether you're looking to design a new deck from scratch, find inspiration from the community, or quickly print proxies for testing, the Deck Builder has you covered.