markitdown

Convert PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, images, audio, and web pages to Markdown.

2|1|Updated Feb 4, 2026

Search Tags:#ocr #pdf #markdown #transcription #pptx #docx #document-conversion

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npx skills add https://github.com/davidbeglenboyle/davids-claude-code-setup --skill markitdown-davidbeglenboyle

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Skill: markitdown
Source: https://github.com/davidbeglenboyle/davids-claude-code-setup/tree/main/skills/ready-to-use/markitdown
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/davidbeglenboyle/davids-claude-code-setup --skill markitdown-davidbeglenboyle

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converts a variety of document formats into clean, reusable Markdown to streamline content workflows and enable easier ingestion by AI models.

Core Features & Use Cases

Convert PDFs, Word, slides, images, audio, HTML, JSON, CSV, XML, and more to Markdown
OCR for image-based content and optional transcription for audio/video
Lightweight, token-efficient output suitable for LLMS workflows
Supports multiple formats including YouTube URLs, EPUB, and ZIP archives

Quick Start

Use markitdown to convert document.pdf to Markdown.

Frequently Asked Questions about markitdown

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert a PDF to Markdown for AI workflows?▼

You convert a PDF to Markdown by processing the document to extract text and structure into a clean, machine-readable format. This Skill handles PDFs alongside Word, slides, and images, outputting token-efficient Markdown for LLM ingestion.

Can I extract text from images using OCR and output Markdown?▼

Yes, OCR extraction is supported for image-based content. The process applies optical character recognition to images, translating visual text into clean Markdown text suitable for AI-enabled content workflows and knowledge extraction.

What document formats can I convert to Markdown besides Word and PDF?▼

Besides Word and PDF, you can convert PowerPoint, HTML, JSON, CSV, XML, EPUB, ZIP archives, YouTube URLs, and audio transcripts. This broad format support streamlines content workflows and enables easier ingestion by AI models.

Does this document conversion approach handle audio transcription to Markdown?▼

Yes, optional transcription is available for audio and video files. The tool converts audio transcripts into Markdown, creating lightweight, token-efficient text output that integrates smoothly into AI-enabled content workflows.

What is the best way to convert PPTX slides to Markdown for knowledge extraction?▼

The best way is to convert PPTX slides directly into Markdown, which preserves the content in a clean, reusable format. This enables easier knowledge extraction and prepares the slide data for AI model ingestion.

Are there limitations when converting ZIP archives or YouTube URLs to Markdown?▼

The tool processes ZIP archives and YouTube URLs into Markdown, but complex layouts or dynamic web elements may not convert perfectly. The resulting Markdown is optimized for AI ingestion rather than pixel-perfect document replication.