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latex-check

Analyzes LaTeX projects for misconfigurations, outdated bibliographies, and Beamer/TikZ issues, producing a structured JSON report and fix plan.

3|1|Updated Nov 5, 2025
Search Tags:#audit#lint#latex#beamer#biblatex#tikz#biber
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/astoreyai/claude-skills --skill latex-check
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: latex-check
Source: https://github.com/astoreyai/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/review/latex-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/astoreyai/claude-skills --skill latex-check

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

LaTeX projects suffer from misconfigurations, outdated bibliography workflows, and Beamer/TikZ quality gaps; this skill audits those issues and delivers actionable improvements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Beamer overlay and aspect-ratio analysis
  • TikZ externalization and compile-cost estimation
  • Bibliography modernization (biblatex + biber) guidance
  • Linting and formatting with ChkTeX and latexindent
  • Generates audit reports, fix plans, and Minimal Working Examples (MWEs)

Quick Start

Provide your main LaTeX project files and the tool will generate an audit report, fix plan, and MWEs.

Frequently Asked Questions about latex-check

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit a LaTeX project for misconfigurations and outdated bibliography workflows?▼

You can audit a LaTeX project by providing your main project files to detect misconfigurations, outdated bibliography workflows, and Beamer/TikZ issues. The audit delivers a structured JSON report, a fix plan, and optional Minimal Working Examples.

What is the best way to analyze Beamer overlay issues and TikZ compile costs?▼

Analyzing Beamer overlay and aspect-ratio issues alongside TikZ externalization and compile-cost estimation is done through an automated LaTeX audit. This generates a reproducible report detailing specific presentation quality gaps.

How do I modernize a LaTeX bibliography using biblatex and biber?▼

You modernize a LaTeX bibliography using biblatex and biber by running an end-to-end LaTeX audit. This identifies outdated bibliography workflows and provides actionable fix plans and guidance for updating your citation setup.

Can I lint and format LaTeX code with ChkTeX and latexindent?▼

Yes, you can lint and format LaTeX code using ChkTeX and latexindent. The audit skill applies these tools to generate lint configurations and identify formatting improvements within your LaTeX project.

Does the LaTeX audit generate Minimal Working Examples for compilation errors?▼

Yes, the LaTeX audit generates Minimal Working Examples (MWEs) for compilation errors. By applying a multi-pass compilation workflow, it isolates issues and delivers MWEs alongside a structured JSON report and fix plan.

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