Can I hide specific content from the PDF output?

Yes, it includes a Lua filter that allows you to hide blocks (like source code for diagrams) from the PDF while keeping them in the Markdown.

Can I handle bibliographies and citations?

Yes, the skill supports automated bibliography management by detecting references.bib and CSL files to generate citations and reference lists.

How does it handle diagrams in PDFs?

It integrates with the graph-easy skill to ensure ASCII diagrams are rendered with proper box-art alignment, preventing the common formatting breaks found in manual ASCII art.

What engine does this skill use for PDF generation?

It primarily uses Pandoc with the XeLaTeX engine to provide high-quality typography, professional font support, and advanced layout control.

Does it support landscape orientation for wide tables?

Yes, the provided build script includes a --landscape flag specifically designed for wide data matrices, comparison tables, and technical code blocks.

Pandoc PDF Generation

Name: Pandoc PDF Generation
Author: terrylica

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Learning & Documentation

Converts Markdown into professional-grade PDF documents using Pandoc and XeLaTeX with automated formatting and layout controls.

This skill streamlines the process of generating high-quality PDF documentation directly from Markdown source files. By leveraging Pandoc and the XeLaTeX engine, it automates complex tasks such as section numbering, table of contents generation, and bibliography management. It includes production-ready LaTeX templates and a universal build script that handles orientation (landscape/portrait), prevents code block splitting, and integrates with graph-easy for clean ASCII diagrams, making it ideal for technical specifications, ADRs, and printable reports.

Key Features

01Integration with graph-easy for professional ASCII diagram rendering

02Automated section numbering and Table of Contents (ToC) generation

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04Landscape and portrait orientation modes for technical layouts

05Intelligent code block handling to prevent page break issues

06Support for XeLaTeX engine with customizable LaTeX preambles

Use Cases

01Converting project READMEs into printable handouts or manuals

02Creating automated PDF generation workflows for CI/CD pipelines

03Generating technical specifications and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add terrylica/cc-skills pandoc-pdf-generation

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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