docx-review

Apply tracked changes and comments to .docx files from a JSON manifest.

88|16|Updated Feb 12, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/drpedapati/sciclaw --skill docx-review
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Skill: docx-review
Source: https://github.com/drpedapati/sciclaw/tree/main/skills/docx-review
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/drpedapati/sciclaw --skill docx-review

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Word documents often require auditable review trails with tracked changes and comments. docx-review provides a reliable CLI to apply, read, and diff Word docs using a single binary built on the Open XML SDK, enabling clean, reproducible revisions without losing formatting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Apply tracked changes and comments to existing .docx files from a JSON manifest, producing audit-ready revisions.
  • Read a document to extract content, tracked changes, comments, and metadata in JSON for programmatic processing.
  • Diff semantically between two .docx files to highlight textual and structural differences, with optional Git/textconv integration.

Quick Start

Use docx-review on an input.docx with a manifest.json to produce a reviewed output.docx.

Frequently Asked Questions about docx-review

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate tracked changes and comments in Word documents?

You can automate tracked changes and comments in Word documents by applying a JSON manifest to an existing .docx file. This process uses the Open XML SDK to produce audit-ready revisions with traceable history without losing formatting.

How do I diff two Word documents to highlight structural differences?

To diff two Word documents semantically, you can use a CLI built on the Open XML SDK to highlight textual and structural differences. It optionally integrates with Git text-conv workflows for reproducible tracking.

What is a JSON manifest for Word document review?

A JSON manifest for Word document review is a structured file defining the tracked changes and comments to apply to a .docx file. It enables automated, auditable revisions for manuscript editing and proofreading workflows.

Can I extract tracked changes and comments from a .docx file for programmatic processing?

Yes, you can extract tracked changes and comments from a .docx file. The tool reads document content, tracked changes, and metadata, outputting them in JSON format for programmatic processing and analysis.

Does docx-review work with Git for reproducible manuscript editing?

Yes, docx-review works with Git by integrating with text-conv workflows. This allows you to diff .docx files semantically and maintain a reproducible, auditable history of revisions during manuscript editing.