lightest-typst-report

Generate compile-ready Typst reports with layouts, tables, figures, and citations.

4|Updated Jun 4, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/lijiandao/lightest-skills --skill lightest-typst-report
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Skill: lightest-typst-report
Source: https://github.com/lijiandao/lightest-skills/tree/main/skills/lightest-typst-report
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lijiandao/lightest-skills --skill lightest-typst-report

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps you transform research, technical, or industry prose into a compile-ready Typst report with professional layout, tables, figures, and citations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Report structuring: Builds coherent report skeletons for surveys, technical memos, and experiment summaries.
  • Typst layout control: Supports single-column and double-column formats, IEEE-style papers, page geometry, headings, and headers or footers.
  • Tables and figures: Guides correct use of captions, labels, cross-references, three-line tables, and wide visuals.
  • Publication workflow: Fits end-to-end drafting, patching, compilation checks, and PDF acceptance for polished deliverables.
  • Use case: A researcher can turn notes and draft sections into a formatted Typst PDF with labeled figures, numbered tables, and a consistent report style.

Quick Start

Ask the Typst report skill to convert your draft notes into a polished Typst PDF with the right layout, tables, figures, and references.

Frequently Asked Questions about lightest-typst-report

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert prose into a formatted Typst PDF report?

To convert prose into a Typst PDF report, you provide your draft text, figures, and tables to generate a structured document with accurate preambles, layouts, and citations. The output is a compile-ready Typst file for publication.

Does Typst support IEEE-style paper layouts and double-column formatting?

Typst supports IEEE-style papers and double-column formatting through precise layout control. You can build reports with specific page geometry, headers, footers, and consistent visual structures suitable for academic publication.

How do I add cross-references and captions to tables and figures in Typst?

Adding cross-references and captions in Typst involves using labels and reference syntax to link text with figures and tables. This ensures correct numbering and placement of three-line tables and wide visuals for PDF output.

Can I use this to generate technical memos and experiment summaries?

You can generate technical memos and experiment summaries by structuring your research prose into a coherent report skeleton. It handles the layout, citations, and visual elements, producing a polished PDF deliverable.

What is the best way to build a Typst report with numbered tables and citations?

The best way to build a Typst report with numbered tables and citations is using reference-driven formatting. This approach ensures correct placement of visual elements and accurate citation handling for a compile-ready PDF.

Why are my Typst figures and tables not compiling correctly in the final PDF?

Typst figures and tables fail to compile when preambles are inaccurate or reference-driven formatting is misapplied. Ensuring correct labels, cross-references, and proper placement of visuals resolves compilation issues for PDF output.