Run python script in IPython with inline / embedded plots

Question

I\'d like to have a batch file in one folder with a python script. The batch file should call the script in IPython and plot the figures inline / embed

Answer 1

How to run a python script with IPython, showing plots embedded?

• You need to use the qt console.
• Run ipython qtconsole .
• If you have jupyter installed, the better.
• Run jupyter qtconsole

Do I need to use pylab or can I just import matplotlib.pyplot in the script?

• Run %matplotlib inline prior to importing matplotlib.pyplot.

Is %pylab inline / %matplotlib inline to be used or not?

• Yes. But pylab has been depreciated. Use %matplotlib inline.