nano-pdf

Edit PDF content, layout, and annotations using natural-language instructions.

5|Updated Apr 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JansenAnalytics/claudex --skill nano-pdf-jansenanalytics
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: nano-pdf
Source: https://github.com/JansenAnalytics/claudex/tree/main/skills/nano-pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JansenAnalytics/claudex --skill nano-pdf-jansenanalytics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This tool lets you modify PDF documents using natural-language instructions, reducing manual editing time and errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Page edits: change titles, subtitles, and layout elements on specific pages.
  • Text updates: replace words or phrases across the document with minimal commands.
  • Use Case: Imagine updating a 20-page report to correct a title and fix a subtitle typo in one pass.

Quick Start

Edit deck.pdf page 1 to change the title to 'Q3 Results' and fix the subtitle typo.

Frequently Asked Questions about nano-pdf

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I edit PDF documents using natural-language instructions?

You can edit PDF documents by applying natural-language instructions to modify content, layout, or annotations across single files or batches. This approach reduces manual editing time and errors by handling page edits, text changes, and formatting automatically.

Can I update text and fix typos across multiple PDF pages in one pass?

Yes, you can update text and fix typos across multiple PDF pages in one pass. The tool processes batch edits by applying natural-language commands to replace words or phrases and modify layout elements across varied PDF structures simultaneously.

Do I need a specific CLI installed to modify PDFs with natural language commands?

Yes, you need the nano-pdf CLI installed on the host system and appropriate permissions to write PDFs. The CLI processes the natural-language instructions, applies the modifications, and validates the PDF outputs before distribution.

What's the best way to change titles and subtitles on specific PDF pages?

The best way to change titles and subtitles on specific PDF pages is to issue a natural-language instruction specifying the target page and the desired text changes. The tool handles the page edits directly by modifying the layout elements and validating the output.

Does natural-language PDF editing work with complex or varied PDF structures?

Yes, natural-language PDF editing works with varied PDF structures. The tool applies instructions to modify content, layout, and annotations across different document formats, handling single files or batches while validating the final outputs before distribution.