iyeque-pdf-reader

Extract plain text and metadata from PDF files using PyMuPDF.

850|114|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wentorai/Research-Claw --skill iyeque-pdf-reader
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: iyeque-pdf-reader
Source: https://github.com/wentorai/Research-Claw/tree/main/skills/iyeque-pdf-reader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wentorai/Research-Claw --skill iyeque-pdf-reader

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manual PDF text copying and scattered document properties slow down research and documentation work, especially for long or information-dense papers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fast text extraction from PDFs using PyMuPDF, suitable for quickly turning papers into editable content.
  • Document metadata retrieval (title, author, creator/producer, creation/modification dates, encryption/format info) to support sorting, cataloging, and citation workflows.
  • Encrypted and large PDF support via PyMuPDF with optional page limiting to keep processing efficient; useful when you need just the relevant sections.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to extract plain text from the PDF at the path you provide, optionally limiting extraction to the first N pages.

Frequently Asked Questions about iyeque-pdf-reader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract plain text from a PDF file for research ingestion?

You can extract plain text from a PDF file by using PyMuPDF to parse the document content, which removes manual copying and accelerates research workflows. This allows you to quickly turn papers into editable content.

Can I retrieve document metadata like title and creation dates from PDFs?

Yes, PDF metadata retrieval extracts document-level properties like title, author, creator, and modification dates. This supports sorting, cataloging, and citation workflows without needing manual metadata lookup.

Does PyMuPDF support text extraction from encrypted or large PDF documents?

PyMuPDF handles encrypted PDFs and large documents efficiently during text extraction. You can also apply optional page-limiting to extract text from only the first N pages to keep processing efficient.

What is the best way to preview academic papers without manual copying?

The best way to preview academic papers is using PyMuPDF for fast text extraction and metadata retrieval. This automates document ingestion by providing quick text previews and bibliographic details directly from the PDF.

How do I limit PDF text extraction to specific page ranges?

You can limit PDF text extraction by specifying an optional page limit when requesting parsing. This restricts PyMuPDF to processing only the first N pages, keeping the extraction efficient for large documents.