arxiv2beamer

Convert LaTeX Beamer slides from papers into doctoral group-meeting presentations.

7|2|Updated Mar 18, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/Master-cai/Arxiv2beamer --skill arxiv2beamer

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Skill: arxiv2beamer
Source: https://github.com/Master-cai/Arxiv2beamer/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Master-cai/Arxiv2beamer --skill arxiv2beamer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convert LaTeX Beamer slides from papers into polished doctoral group-meeting presentations that compile reliably and are easy to audit.

Core Features & Use Cases

Auto-detect the Beamer main file in a project and preserve the preamble while rewriting content from \section{Introduction} onward.
Reuse equations, figures, tables, and experimental settings from the source paper.
Compile with xelatex and perform a visual audit loop using mcp-pdf-vision to fix layout issues.
Support Arxiv sources or local LaTeX sources and adapt slides to match the paper's structure.

Quick Start

Provide a Beamer-based workflow by supplying either a local LaTeX source or an Arxiv link; the skill will generate a Beamer deck and run a visual-audit loop until layout issues are resolved.

Frequently Asked Questions about arxiv2beamer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert an arxiv paper into a Beamer presentation?▼

You can convert an arxiv paper into a Beamer presentation by providing the arxiv link or local LaTeX source. The tool reconstructs the paper outline and reuses equations, figures, and tables to generate a compilable Beamer deck.

Do I need xelatex installed to compile Beamer slides from a paper?▼

Yes, you need xelatex installed to compile Beamer slides from a paper. The tool requires xelatex to build the final PDF output and requires a Beamer template to structure the generated presentation.

Can I reuse equations and figures from LaTeX source when creating presentation slides?▼

Yes, you can reuse equations and figures from LaTeX source when creating presentation slides. The tool preserves the paper's structure and extracts original equations, figures, tables, and experimental settings during the rewrite.

How does the visual audit loop work for fixing Beamer slide layouts?▼

The visual audit loop works by using the mcp-pdf-vision server to check the compiled PDF for layout issues. It automatically identifies visual problems and iterates until the Beamer slide layout issues are resolved.

What is the best way to generate doctoral group meeting slides from a research paper?▼

The best way to generate doctoral group meeting slides from a research paper is to use an automated LaTeX Beamer conversion tool. It detects the main file, rewrites content from the introduction onward, and compiles a polished presentation.

Why does the Beamer conversion process require the mcp-pdf-vision MCP server?▼

The Beamer conversion process requires the mcp-pdf-vision MCP server to perform automated visual audits of the compiled PDF. This ensures layout issues are detected and fixed iteratively without manual inspection.