PaperClaw
AI figure maker for papers, with editable SVG and 4K PNG output.
Introduction
PaperClaw creates scientific figures such as mechanism diagrams, graphical abstracts, workflows and posters from text, data or rough sketches. It is built to keep text, axis labels and equations readable. Results export as 4K PNG or editable SVG.
- Added on
- Nov 2, 2026
- Website
- paperclaw.org
- Pricing model
- Freemium
- Company
- PaperClaw
Product information
What is PaperClaw?
An AI drawing workspace for researchers, educators and graduate students. Unlike generic image generators, it focuses on clean labels and notation, and SVG output can be refined in Illustrator, Figma or Inkscape.
How to use PaperClaw?
Choose a figure type, describe it or paste paragraphs from your paper, or upload an existing figure or hand-drawn sketch. Generate a draft, adjust text, colors and layout with the editing tools, then export.
Core features of PaperClaw
- Figures from text descriptions
- Sketch-to-figure conversion
- Edit figures by text instruction
- Figure polish for academic styling
- Text-to-SVG and vectorization
- Background removal and 4K upscaling
Use cases of PaperClaw
- 1Make graphical abstracts and mechanism diagrams for submissions
- 2Design posters and teaching infographics
- 3Turn whiteboard sketches into clean illustrations
- 4Revise existing figures without redrawing
- 5Produce SVGs to fine-tune in design software
Frequently asked questions about PaperClaw
Can I use PaperClaw figures in a published paper?+
Figures belong to you and can be used in publications and other materials with no per-figure fee, but check the journal's rules on disclosing AI tools.
How is PaperClaw different from ChatGPT or BioRender?+
It is built for science to keep text and notation legible, and unlike BioRender it is not limited to a fixed icon library.
What happens to unused PaperClaw credits?+
Subscription credits roll over to the next cycle, and purchased credit packs do not expire.
Which category is PaperClaw in?+
PaperClaw is listed under AI Design Tools.
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