file_reader

Read and summarize local text files with line-range extraction.

839|277|Updated Apr 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/matevip/mateclaw --skill file-reader-matevip
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: file_reader
Source: https://github.com/matevip/mateclaw/tree/main/mateclaw-server/src/main/resources/skills/file_reader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matevip/mateclaw --skill file-reader-matevip

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill reduces manual effort by reading and summarizing local text-based files (such as TXT, MD, JSON, YAML, CSV, LOG, and code) into concise summaries and highlights.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read and summarize common text formats (TXT, MD, JSON, YAML, CSV, LOG, and code) to produce quick overviews.
  • Support line-range extraction for large files to focus on relevant sections.
  • Handle format-aware summarization, returning structured short summaries suitable for reporting or review.

Quick Start

Read /path/to/file.txt and summarize its contents.

Frequently Asked Questions about file_reader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I read and summarize local text files quickly?

To read and summarize local text files, you can use a processing tool that applies format-aware summarization to TXT, MD, JSON, YAML, CSV, and LOG files, returning concise overviews and highlights for quick review.

Can I extract a specific line range from large datasets?

Yes, you can extract a specific line range from large datasets. This approach allows you to focus on relevant sections of large files without loading the entire document into memory.

Does format-aware summarization work with JSON and YAML code files?

Format-aware summarization works with JSON and YAML code files by reading the structured content and returning concise short summaries suitable for reporting or quick review.

What is the best way to summarize large log files?

The best way to summarize large log files is to use read-only processing with line-range extraction, which isolates relevant sections and generates structured short summaries for quick analysis.

Are there limitations when processing very large local text files?

When processing very large local text files, the main limitation is reading the entire file at once; using line-range extraction is recommended to avoid memory issues and focus on relevant sections.