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figure-export

Export R plots as PDF, PNG, and SVG with embedded fonts.

2|Updated Feb 18, 2026
Search Tags:#pdf#plot#svg#export#ggplot2#r-graphics
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MusserLab/lab-claude-skills --skill figure-export
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: figure-export
Source: https://github.com/MusserLab/lab-claude-skills/tree/main/skills/figure-export
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MusserLab/lab-claude-skills --skill figure-export

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Generating high-quality, publication-ready figures from R plots across multiple formats can be tedious and error-prone when fonts, text editability, and dimensions must be controlled for manuscripts and editors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-format exports: Save plots as PDF (with cairo_pdf for font embedding), PNG (300 dpi), and SVG (svglite with fix_text_size = FALSE) to guarantee quality and editability.
  • SVG text editability: Prevent textLength and lengthAdjust attributes by configuring svglite to keep text editable in Inkscape.
  • Guided consistency for manuscripts: Standardize fonts (Arial) and dimensions to ensure panels align when composing multi-figure layouts; includes practical code snippets.

Quick Start

Save your current ggplot or base R plot as PDF, PNG, and SVG using the recommended ggsave workflows.

Frequently Asked Questions about figure-export

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I export ggplot2 plots as editable SVG with proper text handling?▼

To export ggplot2 plots as editable SVG, use svglite with fix_text_size = FALSE to prevent textLength and lengthAdjust attributes, keeping text editable in vector graphics editors like Inkscape.

What's the best way to embed fonts when exporting R graphics to PDF for publication?▼

For embedding fonts in R graphics PDF exports, use cairo_pdf through ggsave, ensuring all text and typefaces are properly embedded in the final publication-ready PDF file for manuscript submission.

How do I standardize figure dimensions and fonts across multiple R plots for manuscript layout?▼

Standardize figure dimensions and fonts across R plots by configuring consistent Arial font settings and dimension parameters during export, ensuring multi-panel figures align properly when composed together for manuscripts.

Can I export both base R plots and ggplot2 plots to publication-ready formats?▼

Yes, you can export both base R plots and ggplot2 plots to publication-ready formats using ggsave workflows, generating high-quality PDF, PNG at 300 dpi, and SVG outputs for manuscripts and presentations.

Why does my SVG text from svglite have textLength attributes that break Inkscape editing?▼

SVG text exports from svglite include textLength and lengthAdjust attributes by default; configuring svglite with fix_text_size = FALSE prevents these attributes, maintaining text editability in Inkscape.

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