ocr-and-documents

Extract and convert PDF, scanned document, and image text to plain text or Markdown using OCR and pymupdf/marker-pdf.

Updated Apr 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nadicodeai/argo-agent --skill ocr-and-documents-nadicodeai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: ocr-and-documents
Source: https://github.com/nadicodeai/argo-agent/tree/main/skills/productivity/ocr-and-documents
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nadicodeai/argo-agent --skill ocr-and-documents-nadicodeai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires marker-pdf, pymupdf, pymupdf4llm, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables quick extraction of text from PDFs, scanned documents, and image-based content, turning unsearchable files into usable text for study, indexing, or repurposing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OCR-enabled extraction: Convert scanned PDFs and images into searchable text with accurate layout.
  • Structured output options: Produce plain text or Markdown, with optional metadata extraction.
  • Use Case: Researchers can digitize research papers or invoices to build searchable corpora for literature reviews.

Quick Start

Ask me to extract text from a sample PDF or scanned document to generate Markdown or plain text.

Frequently Asked Questions about ocr-and-documents

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text from a scanned PDF using OCR?

To extract text from a scanned PDF using OCR, this skill utilizes marker-pdf to recognize text in images and output structured plain text or Markdown. It processes scanned documents and images to generate searchable content while retaining layout accuracy.

Does pymupdf support text extraction from text-based PDFs?

Yes, pymupdf supports text extraction from text-based PDFs by directly parsing the embedded text layers. This skill relies on pymupdf for native text-based PDFs to quickly extract content and convert it into Markdown.

Can I convert academic papers to Markdown for literature reviews?

Yes, you can convert academic papers to Markdown for literature reviews. This skill applies OCR and text extraction to research papers, generating structured Markdown with optional metadata to build searchable corpora.

What is the best way to digitize invoices and reports into searchable text?

The best way to digitize invoices and reports into searchable text is using OCR-enabled extraction. This skill converts image-based invoices and reports into plain text or Markdown, preserving the document layout for indexing and repurposing.

Does marker-pdf handle multi-language document extraction?

Yes, marker-pdf handles multi-language document extraction. This skill uses marker-pdf for OCR when processing scanned documents or multi-language files, ensuring accurate text recognition across different languages.