doc-summarize

Summarize local PDF, Word, Excel, TXT, and Markdown documents.

Updated Apr 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tluisguereroItesm/agentec-skills --skill doc-summarize
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: doc-summarize
Source: https://github.com/tluisguereroItesm/agentec-skills/tree/main/skills/doc-summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tluisguereroItesm/agentec-skills --skill doc-summarize

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps users read, understand, and extract information from document files (PDF, DOCX, XLSX, TXT, MD) and produce concise summaries, especially after downloading a file or when a local path is available. Do not use for live web content; use web-document-fetch for that.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read and summarize documents using a document reader and AI model.
  • Handle offline workflows by processing local files (PDF, DOCX, XLSX, TXT, MD) after download or paste.
  • Generate concise summaries and extract key data to support comprehension and decision making.

Quick Start

Provide a local file path to a document (or pasted content) and optionally a maxChars and summaryType to generate a concise summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about doc-summarize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I summarize a PDF or Word document from a local file path?

To summarize a PDF or Word document, provide a local file path or pasted content to generate a concise summary. The skill uses a document reader and AI model to extract key information offline from PDF, DOCX, XLSX, TXT, or MD files.

Can I extract key information from an offline DOCX file without web access?

Yes, you can extract key information from offline DOCX files without web access. The skill processes local files directly using a document reader, handling offline workflows for PDF, DOCX, XLSX, TXT, and MD formats after download or local upload.

What's the best way to read and extract data from a local Excel or TXT file?

The best way to read and extract data from local Excel or TXT files is using a document reader tool with AI summarization. Provide the local file path and optionally specify maxChars and summaryType to control the output length and focus.

Does this approach work for summarizing live web content or only local files?

This approach works only for summarizing local files, not live web content. It requires a local file path or pasted content input and operates offline. For live web content, use a web document fetch tool instead of this local document summarization method.

How do I control the length and type of summary generated from a Markdown file?

To control the summary length and type generated from a Markdown file, use the optional maxChars and summaryType parameters. These settings adjust the maximum character count and the summarization style applied to the extracted document content.

Why should I use a local document summarizer instead of pasting text into an AI chat?

A local document summarizer directly reads complete files like PDFs and Excel sheets without manual text copying. It uses a dedicated document reader to process offline files, ensuring accurate extraction and summarization of formatted content for better comprehension.