latex-posters

Create conference research posters in LaTeX with layout and figure integration.

2|Updated Apr 12, 2026
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Skill: latex-posters
Source: https://github.com/Clay-HHK/claude-config/tree/main/skills/latex-posters
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Clay-HHK/claude-config --skill latex-posters-clay-hhk

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pdfinfo, pdffonts, pdfimages, gs, pdflatex, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Convert research content and figures into professionally formatted LaTeX posters that are readable at distance, printable at conference sizes, and free from layout overflow or low-resolution graphics. The skill removes guesswork about fonts, margins, image sizing, and package selection so presenters can deliver clear, print-ready posters.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Package Support & Templates: Ready-to-use templates and examples for beamerposter, tikzposter, and baposter to match conference and institutional requirements.
  • Design & Layout Guidance: Evidence-based typography, color-contrast, grid and column recommendations, and white-space rules to create a clear visual hierarchy.
  • AI Visual Workflow: Guidance for producing simple, poster-safe AI graphics (strict element and word limits), plus instructions for integrating generated figures in LaTeX layouts.
  • Quality Control & Automation: Included review script and checklists to validate page size, font embedding, image DPI, and detect overflow before printing.
  • Use Cases: Preparing A0/A1 posters for conferences, converting paper results into poster format, building reusable lab templates, and ensuring print-ready PDFs that meet printer and conference specs.

Quick Start

Use the tikzposter or beamerposter template from assets, add your high-resolution figures and abbreviated text, compile with pdflatex/xelatex/lualatex, and run the included review script to verify page size, fonts, and image quality.

Frequently Asked Questions about latex-posters

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create an A0 research poster in LaTeX?

To create an A0 research poster in LaTeX, use templates for beamerposter, tikzposter, or baposter, add high-resolution figures and abbreviated text, then compile with pdflatex. The skill provides ready-to-use A0 templates balancing layout and typography.

What is the best way to prevent layout overflow in LaTeX posters?

Prevent LaTeX poster layout overflow by using evidence-based grid, column, and white-space rules provided by the skill. An included review script validates page size and detects overflow before printing.

How do I check image resolution and font embedding in a LaTeX poster PDF?

Check image resolution and font embedding in a LaTeX poster PDF using the included automated review script. It runs pdfinfo, pdffonts, and pdfimages checks to validate DPI and ensure fonts are embedded.

Does tikzposter work with AI-generated graphics for academic posters?

Yes, tikzposter works with AI-generated graphics by following the skill's visual workflow guidance. It provides rules for simple, poster-safe AI graphics with strict element limits and instructions for integrating figures.

Why does my LaTeX poster print with low-resolution images?

LaTeX posters print with low-resolution images when source figures lack sufficient DPI. The skill's review script uses pdfimages to validate image resolution and ensures your PDF meets printer specs.