Easy Fold by Matthew Wright

Effect

The Easy Fold gimmick allows a magician to display a perfectly folded playing card before a spectator even selects one. The folded card is isolated in a small container (such as a matchbox, plastic case, or clip). Later, with no visible explanation, the folded card transforms into the spectator’s signed selection—now unfolded and bearing their signature. The effect is baffling because the card was shown folded before any selection was made, making the final revelation seem impossible.

Full Details

Easy Fold is a utility device designed to simplify the Mercury Fold, a classic card-folding technique used in magic. The gimmick resembles a standard card box protector but includes a built-in guide to help magicians achieve a precise fold every time.

Key features:

• Works with any poker-sized playing cards.
• Fits directly onto a standard deck box.
• Made from durable plastic, ensuring longevity.
• Allows for quick deck changes—transferring the gimmick takes seconds.
• Removes the pressure of folding manually during performance.

The routine typically involves:

Who Should Consider the Trick

Easy Fold is ideal for:

• Magicians who struggle with manual Mercury Folds under performance pressure.
• Performers who want a reliable, repeatable method for folded card routines.
• Those looking to add a visually deceptive transformation to their card magic.

If you already perform Mercury Fold effects but find them inconsistent, this gimmick provides a solution. If you avoid folded card tricks due to difficulty, Easy Fold makes them accessible.

Difficulty

Easy Fold is designed to be beginner-friendly. The gimmick handles the most challenging part—the fold—so the performer can focus on presentation. The handling is straightforward, with minimal sleight of hand required.

Matthew Wright includes handling tips and a full routine, making it easy to integrate into performances. The learning curve is low, but practice is still needed for smooth execution.

What Magicians Say

• AlakazamMagicUK highlights that Easy Fold removes the pressure of folding manually, allowing performers to focus on presentation. They note its durability and quick deck-switching capability.
• MurphysMagicSupplies emphasizes how the gimmick provides a subtle guide for a perfect fold, making it ideal for real-world performances.
• Luke Dancy (ItsAllThingsMagic) describes it as a useful tool for magicians who struggle with the fold or want an extra layer of impossibility in their routines.

Matthew Wright himself states:
"If you love Mercury folded card tricks but don’t have the confidence to put one in your set, Easy Fold could be just what you’re looking for."

Overall, magicians agree that Easy Fold is a practical solution for a common problem in card magic, making a visually strong effect more accessible.