docx

Create, edit, and analyze .docx files with tracked changes and comments.

18|2|Updated Jan 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ZanderRuss/obsidian-claude --skill docx-zanderruss
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Skill: docx
Source: https://github.com/ZanderRuss/obsidian-claude/tree/main/.claude/skills/docx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ZanderRuss/obsidian-claude --skill docx-zanderruss

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pandoc, docx, libreoffice, poppler-utils, defusedxml, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines complex document management tasks, enabling efficient creation, editing, and analysis of professional Word documents, including handling tracked changes and comments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Document Creation: Generate new .docx files from scratch using JavaScript/TypeScript.
  • Content Editing: Modify existing .docx files using Python's Document library for basic and advanced operations.
  • Tracked Changes (Redlining): Implement precise tracked changes for document review and collaboration.
  • Comment Management: Add, reply to, and manage comments within documents.
  • Document Analysis: Extract text, convert to images, and access raw XML for deep inspection.
  • Use Case: A legal team needs to review a 50-page contract. They can use this Skill to apply specific edits with tracked changes, add comments to sections requiring clarification, and ensure all formatting is preserved according to company standards.

Quick Start

Use the docx skill to convert the attached file 'report.docx' into a markdown file 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 apply tracked changes to a Word document for redlining?

To apply tracked changes for redlining a Word document, you can implement precise edits using this tool's document manipulation capabilities. It supports document review workflows by adding comments and managing formatting preservation for professional collaboration.

Can I convert a docx file to PDF or images for analysis?

Yes, you can convert a docx file to images and PDF formats. The tool uses LibreOffice and poppler-utils to extract text and render document pages, enabling deep inspection and content analysis of the original Word file.

What is the best way to extract raw OOXML from a Word document?

The best way to extract raw OOXML from a Word document is by accessing the underlying XML structure for deep inspection. This tool allows you to bypass standard text extraction and directly query the document's raw XML formatting and structure.

Does this tool require Python and JavaScript libraries to generate docx files?

Yes, generating new docx files from scratch requires JavaScript or TypeScript libraries, while modifying existing documents uses Python's Document library. This dual-language approach supports both creation and advanced structural edits.

How do I add and manage comments in a Word document for team collaboration?

To add and manage comments in a Word document for team collaboration, use the comment management features to insert, reply to, and resolve annotations. This ensures sections requiring clarification are tracked during document review.

What are the limitations of using pandoc for docx conversion and editing?

While pandoc handles basic docx conversion, limitations arise with complex formatting preservation and advanced redlining workflows. For basic OOXML editing and tracked changes, utilizing the dedicated Document library ensures better structural manipulation.