PLOS ONE Graphical Abstract Requirements & Template
PLOS ONE graphical abstract specs: 13.2×5.5cm, 300 DPI, RGB, TIFF/EPS. Free PLOS-compliant template for PLOS ONE, PLOS Biology, PLOS Medicine.
PLOS ONE Graphical Abstract Size: 13.2 cm × 5.5 cm
PLOS ONE requires graphical abstracts at 300 DPI minimum, exported as TIFF, EPS, or high-quality PNG in RGB. File size must be Under 10 MB, with fonts at Minimum 8pt in final figure.
Submission Specifications
| Size | 13.2 cm × 5.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Minimum DPI | 300 DPI minimum |
| Color Space | RGB |
| Accepted Formats | TIFF, EPS, or high-quality PNG |
| Max File Size | Under 10 MB |
| Minimum Font Size | Minimum 8pt in final figure |
| Additional Notes | PLOS ONE graphical abstracts are optional but strongly encouraged. They appear as the preview image when the article is shared on social media. |
How to Create a PLOS ONE Graphical Abstract in Graphab
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Select your journal
Choose PLOS ONE from the journal picker in the Abstract Maker. Graphab automatically loads the correct canvas size: 13.2 cm × 5.5 cm.
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Pick a template
Browse the PLOS ONE template gallery and select one that matches your research structure (pathway, mechanism, overview, etc.).
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Fill in your research
Replace placeholder content with your own figures, text, and data. The AI editor helps with layout suggestions.
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Export in journal format
Export as TIFF, EPS, or high-quality PNG at 300 DPI minimum DPI. Graphab ensures the file meets all PLOS ONE submission requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is a graphical abstract required for PLOS ONE?
- PLOS ONE graphical abstracts are optional but strongly recommended. They increase article visibility and are used as the preview image on social media sharing.
