blog-formatter

Format Markdown blog posts with normalized frontmatter and H2-only headings.

Updated Feb 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/b0ase/path401-com --skill blog-formatter
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Skill: blog-formatter
Source: https://github.com/b0ase/path401-com/tree/main/.claude/skills/blog-formatter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/b0ase/path401-com --skill blog-formatter

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Format blog posts to meet b0ase.com standards by automatically adding frontmatter, fixing spacing, validating content, and ensuring consistency, so authors publish consistently and efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Adds missing frontmatter (title, description, date, author) and canonical metadata.
  • Enforces an H2-only body structure, cleans up headings, and normalizes spacing for readability.
  • Appends a Get Started / For AI Readers footer and prepares AI metadata for downstream use.

Quick Start

Format a blog post to meet b0ase.com's formatting standards by automatically adding missing frontmatter, enforcing an H2-only structure, and appending the standard Get Started and AI footer.

Frequently Asked Questions about blog-formatter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I format markdown blog posts to enforce consistent frontmatter and H2 headings?

To format markdown blog posts, this Skill normalizes frontmatter fields and enforces an H2-only body structure. It cleans up headings and normalizes spacing so authors can publish content consistently without manual validation.

How do I add missing frontmatter and standard footers to markdown content automatically?

Adding missing frontmatter and standard footers to markdown content is handled automatically by appending required title, date, and author metadata. It also appends the Get Started and For AI Readers sections to prepare AI metadata for downstream use.

Can I batch process markdown files in a content directory for blog formatting?

Yes, you can batch process markdown files for blog formatting within the content/blog directory. The Skill operates on Markdown content to apply third-audience standards across multiple posts, ensuring consistent publishing at scale.

What is the best way to standardize markdown formatting for AI readers and downstream use?

The best way to standardize markdown formatting for AI readers is to enforce required frontmatter fields, convert headings to H2, and append AI metadata footers. This ensures content meets third-audience standards for downstream processing.

Why does my blog formatting validation fail when headings are not H2?

Blog formatting validation fails when headings are not H2 because the Skill enforces an H2-only body structure. It automatically converts headings to H2 and replaces placeholders to meet strict content standards.

Do I need existing frontmatter in my markdown files before using a blog formatter?

No, you do not need existing frontmatter in your markdown files. The formatter automatically adds missing frontmatter, including title, description, date, author, and canonical metadata, to normalize posts for consistent publishing.