Saving a Figure from Wiki to EPS for Latex

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the process of saving an image from a wiki as an EPS file for use in a LaTeX document. Participants explore different file formats and conversion methods relevant to LaTeX typesetting.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks guidance on saving a figure from Paint as an EPS file for LaTeX.
  • Another participant suggests using ImageMagick for converting image file types.
  • A different participant mentions a preference for using .png files in LaTeX and notes that Paint can save in this format directly.
  • A question is raised about the LaTeX code required for inserting .png files and whether additional packages are needed.
  • There is a clarification regarding the choice of compiler affecting the required image formats, with dvips needing EPS files and pdftex allowing various formats including .jpg and .png.
  • Repeated confusion is expressed about which interface to download from the ImageMagick website, with a suggestion to choose based on the operating system.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants present multiple views on preferred image formats and methods for conversion, indicating that there is no consensus on a single approach to saving images for LaTeX.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention dependencies on compiler choices and operating systems, which may affect the image format and conversion process. Specific steps for using ImageMagick are not detailed, leaving some ambiguity in the conversion process.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for individuals looking to incorporate images into LaTeX documents, particularly those unfamiliar with image formats and conversion tools.

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I would like to insert a figure into Latex. I have taken the figure from wiki and saved it on Paint.

How do I save it as an eps file? As it needs to be saved as this type to enable me to insert it in my Latex document.

Thankyou
 
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http://www.imagemagick.org" will convert just about any image file type to another image file type.
 
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I usually use .png files in LAtex and you can save as straight fro paint
 
If you use .png what would be the code you put into Latex?
Do you need to download any other packages for Latex before you can do this?

Thankyou
 
Also, nbo10, I am slightly confused when i click on the link imagemagick - which interface do i download?

Thanks
 
Hi there,

It will depend on the compiler choice you make. If you choose to compile your code with dvips, you will need to have your figures in encapsulated postscript. If you choose pdftex as your compiler, you can save your files in .jpg, .pdf, .png and others.

Cheers
 
Fairy111 said:
Also, nbo10, I am slightly confused when i click on the link imagemagick - which interface do i download?

Thanks

It depends on your OS. On the lefthand side of the screen, under binary Releases choose your OS.
 

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