3 techniques to create easy figures for your research paper.
Title: Choosing the Right Tool for Creating Realistic Images: Mermaid vs. TikZ Description: Before using any model to create realistic images, consider these two powerful tools for generating structured, high-quality figures. Mermaid and TikZ offer different approaches—one focusing on simplicity and markdown-based diagrams, the other on precise LaTeX-generated illustrations. This post explores best practices, examples, and storytelling to help you make the best choice for your needs. Introduction: The Challenge of Creating Realistic Images Imagine you’re working on a technical document, research paper, or a presentation. You need to include high-quality visuals, but standard drawing tools feel cumbersome, and AI-generated images may not meet your needs. This is where text-based image generation tools like Mermaid and TikZ come in. ...