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article-extractor

Extract clean article text from URLs and save as plain text files.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#offline#archival#article#text#web#extract#readable
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Dedalus-ERP-PAS/foundation-skills --skill article-extractor-dedalus-erp-pas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: article-extractor
Source: https://github.com/Dedalus-ERP-PAS/foundation-skills/tree/main/skills/article-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Dedalus-ERP-PAS/foundation-skills --skill article-extractor-dedalus-erp-pas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the tedious manual work of converting web articles into clean, readable text by removing ads, navigation, and clutter and saving the content in a portable format.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Article extraction: Retrieve the main content from blog posts, news articles, and tutorials and strip clutter for distraction-free reading.
  • Offline saving: Save extracted content as plain text for offline reading or archival purposes.
  • Use Case: Imagine you have a long-form article and want a clean text version to study or summarize without banners or paywalls.

Quick Start

Provide a URL to extract; the skill processes the page and returns a clean text file named after the article title, e.g., https://example.com/article -> Article-Title.txt

Frequently Asked Questions about article-extractor

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract clean readable text from a web article URL?▼

To extract readable text from a web article, provide the URL to the skill. It processes the page, removes ads and navigation clutter, and returns a distraction-free plain text file named after the article title for offline reading or archival.

How do I save web article text for offline reading and archival?▼

Saving web article text for offline reading involves extracting the main content from the URL and stripping away banners or clutter. The skill outputs a portable plain text file, making it ideal for studying or archiving without an internet connection.

Can I remove ads and navigation clutter from blog posts and tutorials?▼

Yes, you can remove ads and navigation clutter from blogs, news articles, and tutorials. The extraction process targets the main content area, stripping out sidebars and banners to leave only the clean readable text.

Does article text extraction work with all types of web pages?▼

Article text extraction works best with blogs, news articles, and tutorials where the main content is clearly defined. It is designed for long-form readable text rather than complex web applications or interactive pages.

What is the best way to convert a news article URL into a plain text file?▼

The best way to convert a news article URL into a plain text file is to input the link into an extraction tool. It automatically identifies the article body, discards structural page elements, and saves the result as a clean text document.

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