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compile-latex

Compile Beamer slide decks into PDFs using XeLaTeX and BibTeX.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#pdf#slides#latex#bibtex#beamer#xelatex
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/diegosolarfuentes/geopolitics-gvc --skill compile-latex-diegosolarfuentes
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: compile-latex
Source: https://github.com/diegosolarfuentes/geopolitics-gvc/tree/main/.claude/skills/compile-latex
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/diegosolarfuentes/geopolitics-gvc --skill compile-latex-diegosolarfuentes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Beamer slide compilation is error-prone and time-consuming. This skill automates the full XeLaTeX workflow including multiple passes and BibTeX, ensuring consistent output.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • 3-pass XeLaTeX compilation with bibtex for accurate citations
  • Handles preambles and Beamer themes via TEXINPUTS and BIBINPUTS
  • Produces a final, ready-to-share PDF and reports common warnings

Quick Start

Navigate to Slides and run the 3-pass XeLaTeX workflow to compile the slides and produce the final PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions about compile-latex

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Beamer slide compilation with XeLaTeX and BibTeX?▼

Automating Beamer slide compilation requires a deterministic 3-pass XeLaTeX workflow with BibTeX to resolve all citations and cross-references. This process handles preamble dependencies and produces a final, ready-to-share PDF from your Slides directory.

Why does my Beamer presentation need multiple XeLaTeX compilation passes?▼

Multiple XeLaTeX passes are needed to resolve bibliography references and table of contents accurately. A 3-pass build ensures that all BibTeX citations and Beamer cross-references are fully integrated into the final PDF output without unresolved link warnings.

Does Beamer compilation with XeLaTeX require specific environment configuration for preambles?▼

Yes, compiling Beamer themes and preambles with XeLaTeX requires proper environment configuration using TEXINPUTS and BIBINPUTS variables. Setting these ensures the compiler can locate custom style files and bibliography databases during the automated build process.

What is the best way to handle BibTeX citations when compiling Beamer slides into a PDF?▼

The best way to handle BibTeX citations in Beamer slides is running an automated workflow that executes XeLaTeX, then BibTeX, followed by two additional XeLaTeX passes. This sequence guarantees all references are correctly linked in the final PDF.

How do I fix unresolved references and warnings in my compiled Beamer PDF?▼

Fixing unresolved references in a Beamer PDF requires running a full 3-pass XeLaTeX compilation with BibTeX enabled. This automated workflow reports common warnings and ensures all cross-references and bibliography entries are properly resolved.

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