paper-slide-deck

Generate presentation-ready slide decks from academic papers with extracted figures.

48|6|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/qinyan-ai/qinyan-academic-skills --skill paper-slide-deck-qinyan-ai
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Skill: paper-slide-deck
Source: https://github.com/qinyan-ai/qinyan-academic-skills/tree/main/skills/03-%E5%AD%A6%E6%9C%AF%E6%BC%94%E7%A4%BA%E4%B8%8E%E5%8F%AF%E8%A7%86%E5%8C%96/paper-slide-deck
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/qinyan-ai/qinyan-academic-skills --skill paper-slide-deck-qinyan-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires google-genai, canvas, pdfjs-dist, pdf-lib, pptxgenjs, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automatically converts academic papers or content into polished slide decks by extracting figures from PDFs, creating structured outlines, and applying a professional figure container template.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto figure extraction: Detects figures and tables from PDFs to map visuals to slides.
  • Outline generation: Produces presentation-ready slide outlines and layout guidance.
  • Image generation & export: Generates slide images from prompts and can export to PPTX/PDF; supports STYLE_INSTRUCTIONS and IMAGE_SOURCE automation.
  • Use Case: Researchers can generate a conference-ready deck from a single paper, including extracted figures and slide templates.

Quick Start

Provide a PDF or content to generate a complete slide deck with auto-detected figures, outlined slides, and exportable PPTX/PDF outputs.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-slide-deck

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically generate a slide deck from an academic paper PDF?

To generate a slide deck from a PDF, the Skill extracts figures, builds a structured outline, and renders slides using a templated container. It supports academic papers and content briefs to produce presentation-ready outputs for conferences or seminars.

Can I extract figures and tables directly from a PDF for my presentation slides?

Yes, you can extract figures and tables directly from a PDF for presentation slides. The Skill detects figures and tables from PDFs automatically and maps those visuals to the corresponding slides during the generation process.

Does the generated slide deck support exporting to PPTX and PDF formats?

Yes, the generated slide deck supports exporting to PPTX and PDF formats. The Skill renders slide images from prompts, applies a professional figure container template, and exports the final presentation to PPTX or PDF.

What is the best way to create a conference-ready presentation from a research paper?

The best way to create a conference-ready presentation from a research paper is to automate outline generation and figure extraction. This approach maps extracted visuals to structured slides, producing a polished deck for seminars and talks.

Do I need to provide a content brief or can I just upload the paper PDF?

You can either upload the paper PDF or provide a content brief. The Skill accepts both input types to automate end-to-end slide production, extracting figures and generating outlines regardless of the specific input format.