Tables & Figures

How to Insert Images in LaTeX

Use the graphicx package and \includegraphics to insert images. LaTeX supports PNG, JPG, and PDF formats.

Basic Image

Include the graphicx package and use \includegraphics:

\usepackage{graphicx}

\includegraphics{image.png}

Set Image Width

Control size relative to text width:

\includegraphics[width=0.8\textwidth]{image.png}
\includegraphics[width=5cm]{image.png}
\includegraphics[scale=0.5]{image.png}

Image as Figure

Wrap in figure environment for captions:

\begin{figure}[htbp]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=0.7\textwidth]{results.png}
\caption{Experimental results showing...}
\label{fig:results}
\end{figure}

Specify Image Path

Set a graphics path to avoid typing full paths:

\graphicspath{{images/}{figures/}}
% Now you can just use:
\includegraphics{chart.png}  % finds images/chart.png

💡 Tips

•Use PDF for vector graphics (diagrams, plots)
•Use PNG for screenshots and images with transparency
•Always use relative widths (\textwidth) for portability

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