Abfig

Quick answers

What is a graphical abstract and how can it be created effectively?

A graphical abstract is a single visual summary of a paper's main findings shown alongside the text abstract so readers grasp the work at a glance. To create one effectively: distill your study to one key message with clear visual flow, keep text minimal using icons or panels instead of dense paragraphs, and size the canvas and resolution to your target journal's author guidelines, commonly 300 DPI. With Abfig you can paste your abstract and let the AI draft the layout, then regenerate or adjust your abstract and export it at your target journal's size in TIFF or PNG.

Is Abfig free to use?

Abfig offers a free preview mode without requiring a card. Guests get 1 generation trial per browser identity with no daily refill. Eligible new accounts receive up to 6 starter credits once, valid for 30 days, allowing up to 2 single-image 1K generations. There are no daily or monthly free refills. Downloads of new artwork require paid access.

Which journals does Abfig support?

Abfig ships with 4 journal presets: Nature, Cell, Elsevier, and ACS. Each preset pre-configures the recommended dimensions and DPI from that journal's published guidelines for RGB export in TIFF or PNG. The /journals reference covers specs for 15 journals, and presets are added on request.

What export formats are available?

Abfig exports to TIFF and PNG at submission resolution. Export specs including DPI and dimensions are pre-set from journal guidelines, but you should always verify against your target journal's current author guidelines before submitting.

Do I need design skills or special software?

No. Abfig runs entirely in your browser with no need for Illustrator, Photoshop, or downloads. The interface is purpose-built for researchers, not graphic designers.