ppw:caption

Generate and optimize three-part LaTeX captions for academic figures and tables.

38|3|Updated May 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Chanw-research/claude-code-paper-writing --skill ppw-caption-chanw-research
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Skill: ppw:caption
Source: https://github.com/Chanw-research/claude-code-paper-writing/tree/main/skills/writing-polish/paper-polish-workflow/.claude/skills/ppw-caption
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Chanw-research/claude-code-paper-writing --skill ppw-caption-chanw-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This tool automates the creation and optimization of LaTeX captions for figures and tables in academic papers, ensuring clarity and consistency with journal conventions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Generate or optimize LaTeX captions for figures and tables, with a three-part structure: subject / content / data source.
  • Geography-aware prompts for spatial figures (study area, CRS, data source) when applicable, while non-spatial captions skip geographic details.
  • Adapts caption length and style to target journal templates and integrates with a Read-before-Write workflow to insert captions directly into .tex files.

Quick Start

Provide a description of your figure or table (and target journal, if known) and I will generate a polished caption ready for insertion into your .tex file.

Frequently Asked Questions about ppw:caption

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

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How do I generate LaTeX captions for figures and tables in academic papers?

To generate LaTeX captions for academic papers, provide a description of your figure or table and the tool will produce a polished, three-part caption consisting of subject, content, and data source ready for insertion into your .tex file.

What is the best way to format figure captions for a specific journal template?

The best way to format figure captions for a journal template is to specify the target journal when generating the caption, allowing the tool to automatically adapt the caption length and style to match the journal's specific formatting conventions.

Can I automatically write LaTeX captions for spatial maps with geographic details?

Yes, you can generate LaTeX captions for spatial maps using geography-aware prompts that automatically include study area, coordinate reference system, and data source details, while non-spatial charts skip these geographic details.

How do I insert generated captions directly into my LaTeX manuscript?

You can insert generated captions directly into your LaTeX manuscript because the tool uses a Read-before-Write workflow pattern that integrates the optimized three-part captions straight into your existing .tex files.

Do I need to manually structure my academic figure captions before using this tool?

No, you do not need to manually structure your academic figure captions because the tool automatically constructs them using a standardized three-part structure comprising the subject, content, and data source.

Why does my LaTeX table caption not match my target journal's formatting requirements?

Your LaTeX table caption may not match your journal's formatting because manual captions often lack style adaptation, whereas this tool automatically adjusts caption length and style to satisfy specific journal template constraints.