Description:
Reads arbitrary PDF files and generates an XML file readable by Ipe
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 7.2.29.1@13
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Tracked Since: Dec 2, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Developer tools
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Tags:
pdf
ipe
conversion
vector-graphics
cli
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Install:
brew install pdftoipe
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About:
pdftoipe is a specialized command-line utility that extracts vector graphics and text from PDF documents. It converts this content into the native XML format used by Ipe, a free vector graphics editor. This tool is invaluable for users who need to edit or repurpose complex diagrams and figures from PDFs within the Ipe environment.
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Key Features:
- Extracts vector paths, text, and images from PDFs
- Outputs clean, editable XML for direct use in Ipe
- Preserves visual fidelity of the original document
- Handles complex PDF structures and fonts
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Use Cases:
- Importing scientific plots or diagrams from academic papers into Ipe for modification
- Reusing vector assets from PDF reports in new Ipe drawings
- Converting PDF-based technical drawings to a fully editable vector format
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Alternatives:
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pdf2svg
– Converts PDF to SVG format, which can then be imported into Ipe, but may require extra conversion steps.
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Inkscape
– A full-featured vector editor that can import PDFs, but is much heavier and less specialized for Ipe workflows than pdftoipe.
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