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epstopdf-pkg

Automatically converts EPS graphics files to PDF format during document compilation when using pdfTeX.

Overview

Seamlessly integrates with the graphicx package to handle EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) images in PDF-based LaTeX workflows. When enabled, it performs on-the-fly conversion of EPS files to PDF format during document compilation.

  • Eliminates the need for manual conversion of EPS graphics files
  • Requires shell escape to be enabled in pdfTeX for proper operation
  • Particularly useful for workflows involving legacy EPS graphics or when collaborating with authors using different graphics formats
  • Common in academic publishing, scientific documentation, and technical fields where EPS files are still prevalent

Getting Started

To use epstopdf-pkg, include it in your document preamble:

\documentclass{article}
\usepackage{graphicx}
\usepackage{epstopdf-pkg}

This package requires pdfTeX and shell escape to be enabled for automatic conversion of EPS files to PDF. Compile with:

pdflatex -shell-escape document.tex

After setup, you can include EPS graphics normally, and they will be converted to PDF on the fly:

\includegraphics{figure.eps}