article-extractor

Extract clean article content from URLs and save as .txt files.

Updated Apr 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Ocean326/Agents --skill article-extractor-ocean326
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: article-extractor
Source: https://github.com/Ocean326/Agents/tree/main/skills/global/article-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Ocean326/Agents --skill article-extractor-ocean326

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This tool extracts the main content from web articles and blog posts, removing navigation, ads, and other clutter, then saves clean, readable text.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated extraction: Pulls article content from URLs across blogs, news sites, and tutorials.
  • Content cleanup & saving: Strips clutter and saves to a plain text file with a readable title.
  • Use Case: Imagine you need to save a dozen blog posts as clean text for offline reading or archival research.

Quick Start

Provide a URL and let the skill download and save a clean, readable text version of the article.

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 clean readable text from a web article URL, provide the link to the skill. It automatically downloads the web content, removes ads and navigation clutter, and saves the main article text to a plain .txt file.

Does article extraction work on blog posts, news articles, and tutorials?

Yes, article extraction works on blog posts, news articles, and tutorials. The skill is designed to pull the main content across these formats, stripping away site navigation to leave only the readable text.

What's the best way to save web content as a text file for offline reading?

The best way to save web content as a text file for offline reading is using an automated extraction tool. It isolates the article body, cleans up formatting, and securely saves the output as a .txt file with a readable title.

How does multiple extraction method fallback work for downloading web content?

Multiple extraction method fallback works by attempting to download web content using reader, then trafilatura, and finally a curl-based fallback. This ensures content extraction succeeds even if primary methods fail to parse the article.

Can I extract article content without installing any dependencies?

You can extract article content without installing specific dependencies because the skill includes a curl-based fallback. If reader or trafilatura are unavailable, it still downloads and cleans the web article text automatically.

How are extracted text files named when saving web article content?

Extracted text files are named using a safe filesystem naming convention based on the article's title. This ensures the downloaded web content is saved as a clean, readable .txt file without causing path errors.