defuddle

Extract clean, clutter-free Markdown from web pages via Defuddle CLI.

2|Updated May 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xotong/claude-marketplace --skill defuddle-xotong
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: defuddle
Source: https://github.com/xotong/claude-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/obsidian/skills/defuddle
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xotong/claude-marketplace --skill defuddle-xotong

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Extract clean markdown content from web pages by removing navigation, ads, and clutter to save tokens.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Extracts clean markdown from any web page
  • Supports --md output, and -p for metadata
  • Use case: read online documentation with minimal noise to save tokens

Quick Start

Install Defuddle globally and run defuddle parse <url> --md to extract clean markdown.

Frequently Asked Questions about defuddle

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract clean markdown from web pages to save tokens?

You can extract clean markdown from web pages by running a CLI parse command with a URL and the markdown output flag. This removes clutter like navigation and ads, producing minimal-noise content that saves tokens.

What is the best way to convert online documentation into markdown?

The best way to convert online documentation into markdown is by using a content cleanup CLI tool. By parsing the web page URL and specifying markdown output, you remove site clutter and retain only the documentation text.

Do I need to install defuddle globally to parse web content?

Yes, you need to install the defuddle CLI globally before you can parse web content. Once installed globally, you can run extraction commands on any URL to output clean markdown and metadata.

Can I extract metadata along with markdown content from a URL?

Yes, you can extract metadata along with markdown content from a URL by using the specific metadata flag in your CLI command. This allows you to capture both the cleaned text and page details in one operation.

What types of web pages work best for markdown content extraction?

Markdown content extraction works best for standard web pages, online documentation, articles, and blogs. These pages benefit from clutter removal by stripping navigation and ads to deliver clean text.