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latex-document-skill

Convert user requests into LaTeX documents and compile them to PDFs.

1|Updated Apr 25, 2026
Search Tags:#linting#document conversion#pdf extraction#template generation#latex#pdf compilation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/collat-labs/collat --skill latex-document-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: latex-document-skill
Source: https://github.com/collat-labs/collat/tree/main/.agents/skills/latex-document-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/collat-labs/collat --skill latex-document-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill removes friction from producing publish-ready LaTeX documents by coordinating template creation, compilation, conversion, linting, and PDF post-processing so you don’t have to stitch together many tools manually.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and reuse LaTeX templates for resumes, reports, posters, cheat sheets, and other common document types, then fill in content as needed.
  • Compile and validate LaTeX reliably by running the minimal required scripts for the requested workflow and surfacing actionable errors/warnings.
  • Convert and process documents using Pandoc for format conversion and specialized utilities for PDF-to-LaTeX style extraction, PDF operations, and document previews.

Quick Start

Use the latex-document-skill to compile and preview a LaTeX source file at $ARGUMENTS[0] by providing the requested .tex path (or request to create a document from a template when no source path is given).

Frequently Asked Questions about latex-document-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Markdown or DOCX files into a formatted PDF using LaTeX?▼

You can convert Markdown, DOCX, and HTML files into publication-ready PDFs by leveraging Pandoc for format transformation and compiling the output through LaTeX, ensuring proper document structure and styling.

Can I extract LaTeX content or templates directly from an existing PDF?▼

Yes, you can extract LaTeX style information and content from existing PDF files using specialized PDF-to-LaTeX utilities, allowing you to reuse formatting and generate new working templates from prior documents.

What is the best way to compile a LaTeX document and catch formatting errors?▼

The best way to compile LaTeX documents reliably is by running minimal required compile and lint scripts that validate the source, surface actionable errors and warnings, and output the final PDF or preview path.

Do I need to manually install LaTeX templates for resumes and reports?▼

No, you do not need to manually source templates; the system generates and selects appropriate LaTeX templates for resumes, reports, posters, and cheat sheets, then fills in your requested content automatically.

Why does my LaTeX to PDF compilation workflow require multiple tools?▼

Producing publish-ready PDFs requires coordinating template creation, compilation, linting, and PDF post-processing, so stitching these tools together manually is replaced by an automated pipeline that validates outputs.

Can I use this LaTeX compilation workflow for large publication pipelines?▼

Yes, this workflow handles format transformations between Markdown, DOCX, HTML, and PDF specifically for publication pipelines, applying linting and post-processing to validate outputs at scale.

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