paper-compile

Compile LaTeX documents into PDFs with automatic error fixing and output verification.

Updated May 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/TabithaFanny/ThesisX --skill paper-compile-tabithafanny
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Skill: paper-compile
Source: https://github.com/TabithaFanny/ThesisX/tree/main/skills_imported/aris/skills/paper-compile
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TabithaFanny/ThesisX --skill paper-compile-tabithafanny

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires latexmk, pdflatex, xelatex, bibtex, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of compiling LaTeX papers to PDF, automatically fixes common errors, and verifies the output to ensure a submission-ready PDF.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Compile LaTeX Papers: Automates the LaTeX compilation process for PDF generation.
  • Error Auto-Fixing: Identifies and corrects common LaTeX errors.
  • Output Verification: Checks for missing references, citations, and figures, and ensures compliance with page limits.
  • Use Case: Ideal for researchers and academics who need to compile their LaTeX documents for journal submission or conference presentation.

Quick Start

Compile your LaTeX paper by running 'paper-compile paper/ -a compile' where 'paper/' is the directory containing your LaTeX source files.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-compile

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

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How do I compile a LaTeX paper to PDF and automatically fix errors?

To compile a LaTeX paper to PDF, run the compilation command on your source directory to generate the PDF, automatically fix common errors, and verify output quality. This checks for missing references and citations to ensure a submission-ready document.

Does LaTeX compilation work with bibtex and xelatex?

Yes, LaTeX compilation supports environments utilizing bibtex, xelatex, and pdflatex. The process integrates these tools to process citations, handle diverse font encodings, and generate final PDF outputs for academic papers.

Why does my LaTeX document compilation fail with missing references?

LaTeX document compilation may report missing references due to unresolved citations or unprocessed bibliography files. The compilation process addresses this by verifying output quality, identifying missing references, and applying automatic error fixing.

What is the best way to verify output quality for a LaTeX PDF submission?

The best way to verify output quality for a LaTeX PDF submission is using an automated compilation process that checks for missing references, citations, and figures. This ensures compliance with page limits and corrects common errors automatically.

Do I need a specific directory structure to compile LaTeX documents?

Yes, you need a proper directory structure to compile LaTeX documents. You must provide a directory containing your LaTeX source files so the compilation tool can locate inputs, process dependencies, and generate the final PDF output correctly.