docx

Automate creation, editing, and analysis of Word documents with tracked changes and OOXML.

3|Updated Oct 26, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xiechy/climate-ai --skill docx-xiechy
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: docx
Source: https://github.com/xiechy/climate-ai/tree/main/scientific-thinking/document-skills/docx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xiechy/climate-ai --skill docx-xiechy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates complex Word document editing, including tracking changes and redlining workflows for collaboration and compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Tracked Changes: Insertions/deletions with RSIDs and author attribution.
  • Comment Management: Add, reply, and track comments.
  • XML Access: Direct OOXML manipulation for advanced formatting.

Quick Start

Unpack a Word doc, edit a paragraph, and re-pack it with tracked changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about docx

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

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

Tracked changes and redlining automate document collaboration by recording insertions, deletions, and author attribution in .docx files. This Skill handles creation, editing, and analysis of these changes through OOXML manipulation, preserving formatting and metadata for compliance workflows.

Can I extract and edit text from .docx files while preserving formatting?

Yes. This Skill unpacks Word documents, extracts and edits text content, then re-packs them with formatting intact. It supports direct OOXML access for advanced manipulation beyond standard text editing.

What's the best way to manage comments and replies in Word documents programmatically?

Comment management via OOXML lets you add, reply to, and track comments with author attribution in .docx files. This Skill automates these workflows for collaborative document processing and compliance documentation.

How do I access and manipulate the raw XML structure of Word documents?

Direct OOXML access lets you inspect and modify the underlying XML of .docx files for advanced formatting, metadata handling, and technical document requirements beyond standard editing interfaces.

Do I need special tools to handle professional document workflows with change tracking?

Professional workflows involving tracked changes, redlining, and compliance documentation benefit from OOXML-aware automation. This Skill provides the technical infrastructure to handle RSIDs, author attribution, and formatting preservation at scale.