mistral-ocr

Batch OCR PDFs and convert them to Markdown using Mistral OCR.

Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/egoisth777/LLM-Skills --skill mistral-ocr-egoisth777
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Skill: mistral-ocr
Source: https://github.com/egoisth777/LLM-Skills/tree/main/mistral-ocr
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/egoisth777/LLM-Skills --skill mistral-ocr-egoisth777

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires mistralai.

What problem does it solve?

Manually transcribing scanned PDFs is time-consuming and error-prone; this Skill automates OCR-based conversion to Markdown for editable text extraction and faster knowledge sharing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Batch OCR of PDF files using Mistral's OCR engine to produce Markdown outputs.
  • Per-PDF Markdown files suitable for documentation, note-taking, and archiving workflows.
  • Use Case: digitize large collections of scanned documents into searchable Markdown for knowledge bases or content pipelines.

Quick Start

Execute the PowerShell wrapper to batch convert PDFs by pointing it at a folder containing PDFs.

Frequently Asked Questions about mistral-ocr

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I batch convert scanned PDFs to Markdown?

You can batch convert scanned PDFs to Markdown by pointing the Skill's PowerShell wrapper at a folder of PDF files. It uses the Mistral OCR engine to extract text and outputs individual Markdown files for each document automatically.

How does Mistral OCR extract text from PDF files?

Mistral OCR extracts text from PDF files by using the mistralai client to upload documents, obtain a signed URL, run the OCR model, and concatenate recognized pages into Markdown outputs. This automated process digitizes content for knowledge bases.

Do I need a mistralai client to perform batch OCR on PDFs?

Yes, you need the mistralai client to perform batch OCR on PDFs. The Skill depends on the mistralai package to handle document uploading, signed URL retrieval, and communication with the Mistral OCR engine for text extraction.

Can I use this for bulk document digitization of scanned PDFs?

Yes, you can use this for bulk document digitization of scanned PDFs. The Skill is specifically designed for batch processing large collections of scanned documents into searchable Markdown files for content pipelines and archiving workflows.

What's the best way to digitize large PDF collections into Markdown?

The best way to digitize large PDF collections into Markdown is using batch OCR automation. This Skill processes folders of PDFs via Mistral OCR, creating per-PDF Markdown files suitable for documentation, note-taking, and archiving workflows.

Why does PDF to Markdown conversion require a signed URL?

PDF to Markdown conversion requires a signed URL to securely access the uploaded document on Mistral's servers. The mistralai client generates this URL after uploading the PDF, allowing the OCR model to read and extract text from the file.