markitdown-skill

Convert PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, images, and audio to Markdown.

302|21|Updated May 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/virgo777/buddyme --skill markitdown-skill-virgo777
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: markitdown-skill
Source: https://github.com/virgo777/buddyme/tree/main/buddyMe/skill_library/skills/markitdown-skill-1.0.1
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/virgo777/buddyme --skill markitdown-skill-virgo777

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires markitdown, openai, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

OpenClaw users need a reliable way to convert a variety of documents into clean, analysis-friendly Markdown for AI processing and knowledge extraction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Converts PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, images (OCR), and audio transcripts to Markdown.
  • Supports batch processing via included script and CLI integration.
  • Easily fetch and convert web content to Markdown for documentation and knowledge bases.

Quick Start

Install MarkItDown CLI and Python package, then run the included batch script or the CLI on your documents to generate Markdown output.

Frequently Asked Questions about markitdown-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert PDFs and Word documents to Markdown for AI processing?

You can convert PDFs and Word documents to Markdown by running the MarkItDown CLI on your files to generate clean, analysis-friendly text output. It processes various document formats directly into Markdown for AI workflows.

Can I batch convert multiple files to Markdown using a CLI?

Yes, you can batch convert multiple files to Markdown using the included batch processing script alongside the MarkItDown CLI. This allows automated processing of document collections directly into Markdown format.

What is the best way to extract text from images and audio for a knowledge base?

The best way to extract text from images and audio is using MarkItDown, which applies OCR for images and transcription for audio to convert them directly into Markdown for your knowledge base.

Does converting complex PDF layouts require Azure Document Intelligence?

Converting complex PDF layouts does not strictly require Azure Document Intelligence, but it is optionally supported to improve extraction accuracy. Standard conversions work via the MarkItDown CLI without it.

How do I fetch and convert web content to Markdown for documentation?

You can fetch and convert web content to Markdown by integrating MarkItDown into your workflow, which retrieves online documents and transforms them into Markdown for documentation and knowledge bases.