docx

Create and edit Word documents with tracked changes and comments.

3|1|Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sunchendd/good_skills --skill docx-sunchendd
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Skill: docx
Source: https://github.com/sunchendd/good_skills/tree/main/docx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sunchendd/good_skills --skill docx-sunchendd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires defusedxml, lxml, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Automates the creation, editing, redlining, and analysis of Word documents (.docx) with tracked changes and comments, reducing manual document workflows for Claude's tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create new Word documents programmatically using a DOCX workflow and the docx-js / Python Document library approach.
  • Edit existing documents with tracked changes, maintain formatting, and manage comments across collaborators.
  • Analyze documents for structure, tables, and tracked changes, enabling robust review and archival workflows.

Quick Start

Create a new Word document titled 'Project Plan', add a header with the date, insert a bulleted section, and save as DOCX.

Frequently Asked Questions about docx

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Word document generation and edit .docx files programmatically?

Automate Word document generation by creating, editing, and analyzing .docx files through a Document library, maintaining original formatting while inserting new content, tables, and bulleted sections.

Can I add tracked changes and comments to a Word document for collaboration?

You can add tracked changes and comments to a .docx file for collaboration. The tooling handles OOXML manipulation to insert redlining and manage comment threads across reviewers without losing formatting.

What's the best way to analyze Word documents for structure and tracked changes?

Analyze Word documents for structure, tables, and tracked changes by parsing the underlying OOXML. This extracts document elements and revision history, enabling robust review and archival workflows.

Does this approach require XML libraries to manipulate OOXML files?

Yes, manipulating OOXML files requires XML libraries. The workflow depends on defusedxml and lxml to securely parse and modify the internal XML structure of .docx files while preserving content.

Why does my .docx formatting break when editing OOXML directly?

Editing OOXML directly can break .docx formatting if XML structure is altered incorrectly. The Document library approach preserves content and styling by applying modifications through managed OOXML manipulation.

Can I draft professional contracts and reports with redlining using a docx workflow?

You can draft professional contracts and reports with redlining using a docx workflow. It supports tracked-change handling and comment management, reducing manual document review tasks.