markdown-converter

Convert PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, HTML, CSV, JSON, XML, images, audio, ZIPs, YouTube, and EPubs into Markdown.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/manuelvanrijn/.dotfiles --skill markdown-converter-manuelvanrijn
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Skill: markdown-converter
Source: https://github.com/manuelvanrijn/.dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skills/markdown-converter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/manuelvanrijn/.dotfiles --skill markdown-converter-manuelvanrijn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convert diverse documents into Markdown for streamlined downstream processing and analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Supports converting PDFs, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), Excel (.xlsx, .xls), HTML, CSV, JSON, XML, images (with EXIF/OCR), and more into Markdown.
  • Useful for preparing content exports, data extraction pipelines, and quick LLM-ready text for analysis.

Quick Start

Run uvx markitdown on a document to generate Markdown output.

Frequently Asked Questions about markdown-converter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert PDF and Word documents to Markdown for LLM analysis?

You can convert PDFs, Word, and other documents to Markdown by running uvx markitdown on the file. This generates format-aware Markdown output that preserves document structure for streamlined LLM processing.

Can I extract text from images and audio files into Markdown?

Yes, you can extract text from images and audio into Markdown. The conversion process supports images using EXIF and OCR data, while audio files are processed with transcription to generate LLM-ready text.

What is the best way to convert Excel and CSV data into a text format?

The best way to convert Excel and CSV data into text is using a format-aware conversion tool. It processes Excel spreadsheets and CSV files to produce structured Markdown, preparing tabular data for downstream analysis.

Does markitdown support processing ZIP archives and YouTube URLs?

Yes, markitdown supports processing ZIP archives and YouTube URLs. It extracts and transforms content from these sources into Markdown, alongside handling formats like PowerPoint, HTML, JSON, and EPubs.

What do I need to install to convert documents to Markdown?

To convert documents to Markdown, you need uvx installed to run the markitdown command. There are no other dependencies required, as the tool handles diverse formats directly to generate Markdown output.