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markitdown

Convert PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, XLSX, HTML, and more into Markdown.

94|11|Updated Mar 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#pdf#markdown#pptx#conversion#docx#data-extraction
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/swaruplab/operon --skill markitdown-swaruplab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: markitdown
Source: https://github.com/swaruplab/operon/tree/main/src-tauri/protocols/markitdown
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/swaruplab/operon --skill markitdown-swaruplab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

MarkItDown streamlines the conversion of diverse file formats into Markdown, enabling consistent, AI-friendly text extraction and formatting for downstream analysis and documentation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Wide format support: PDFs, DOCX, PPTX, XLSX, images with OCR, audio transcription, HTML, CSV, JSON, XML, ZIP, and YouTube URLs.
  • Front-matter driven metadata: produces structured Markdown with title, author, year, and source data to support indexing and reproducibility.
  • Use Case: Researchers convert a batch of research papers into Markdown for rapid literature reviews and knowledge extraction pipelines.

Quick Start

Convert a sample document to Markdown using MarkItDown to generate a structured Markdown file.

Frequently Asked Questions about markitdown

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert PDF and DOCX files to Markdown for AI workflows?▼

Converting PDFs, DOCX, and other formats into AI-ready Markdown involves extracting reliable text and applying structured front-matter metadata. This approach supports indexing and reproducibility for downstream analysis and documentation.

What is the best way to extract text from PPTX slides and Excel spreadsheets?▼

Extracting text from PPTX slides and XLSX spreadsheets is best handled by converting them into structured Markdown. This ensures consistent, AI-friendly text extraction and formatting for data pipelines and knowledge extraction tasks.

Can I convert YouTube URLs and audio files into text for research pipelines?▼

Yes, converting YouTube URLs and audio files into text is possible through transcription and extraction. This generates structured Markdown with relevant metadata, making content available for literature reviews and data analysis pipelines.

Does file conversion to Markdown support streaming and front-matter metadata?▼

Yes, converting files to Markdown supports streaming conversions and front-matter metadata. This produces structured output with title, author, year, and source data to integrate seamlessly into automated workflows.

Do I need OpenAI to process images with OCR and audio transcription?▼

Yes, OpenAI dependencies are required to process images with OCR and audio transcription. This integration enables accurate text extraction from multimedia files, transforming them into AI-ready Markdown for downstream analysis.

What are the limitations of converting HTML and ZIP files to Markdown?▼

Converting HTML, ZIP, CSV, and JSON files to Markdown may face limitations with complex layouts or embedded binaries. The process ensures consistent text extraction, but highly structured data might require additional parsing for AI workflows.

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