manim

name	manim
description	Mathematical animations using the Manim library. Use this skill when the user wants to create high-quality programmatic animations for math, science, or technical explanations.

Manim Skill

This skill provides a starting point for creating mathematical animations with Manim.

Prerequisites

Manim requires several system-level dependencies:

• Python 3.7+
• FFmpeg (for video encoding)
• LaTeX (optional, for mathematical formulas)
• Pango (for text rendering)

Install the Python library:

pip install manim

Quick Start

1. Scaffold a scene: Use the provided assets/scene.py as a template.

2. Render the scene: Run the following command in your terminal:

   manim -pql scene.py HelloWorld
   

   • -p: Preview after rendering.
   • -ql: Low quality (faster rendering).

Core Concepts

In Manim, you define a Scene and implement the construct() method to add objects and animations.

from manim import *

class MyScene(Scene):
    def construct(self):
        circle = Circle()
        self.play(Create(circle))

References

• manim_ref.md - Common commands, mobjects, and resources.