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ocr-and-documents

Extract text from PDFs, scanned documents, and images using OCR.

3|1|Updated May 19, 2026
Search Tags:#ocr#pdf#text extraction#image processing#document parsing
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill ocr-and-documents-quill-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ocr-and-documents
Source: https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent/tree/main/skills/productivity/ocr-and-documents
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill ocr-and-documents-quill-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pymupdf, marker-pdf, python-docx, python-pptx, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of manually extracting text from PDFs, scanned documents, and images, providing a streamlined solution for converting these formats into editable text.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OCR for PDFs and Scans: Extract text from both text-based and scanned PDFs with OCR capabilities.
  • Document Parsing: Parse tables, equations, and forms within documents.
  • Markdown and JSON Outputs: Output extracted text in Markdown or JSON formats.
  • Use Case: Quickly extract text from a PDF research paper to cite or summarize its contents.

Quick Start

Use the ocr-and-documents skill to extract text from the PDF file 'research_paper.pdf'.

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 or image for research analysis?▼

You can extract text from both text-based and scanned PDFs using OCR capabilities. The Skill applies document parsing tools like pymupdf and marker-pdf to process various document formats and convert them into editable text for research and analysis.

Can I parse tables and equations when extracting text from PDFs?▼

Yes, you can parse tables, equations, and forms within documents during text extraction. The Skill applies document parsing capabilities to ensure structured content like tables is accurately captured alongside standard text from your PDFs and scanned documents.

What output formats are supported when converting PDFs and images?▼

Supported output formats for converted PDFs and images include Markdown and JSON. After extracting text using OCR and document parsing, the Skill outputs the results in these structured formats for immediate use in downstream analysis or data conversion tasks.

Do I need Python libraries installed to extract text from scanned documents?▼

Yes, you need specific Python libraries installed to extract text from scanned documents. The Skill requires pymupdf and marker-pdf for OCR and parsing capabilities, alongside python-docx and python-pptx for handling various document formats.

What is the best way to automate text extraction from multiple research papers?▼

The best way to automate text extraction from research papers is applying this Skill to your workflows. It leverages pymupdf and marker-pdf to extract text from PDFs and scans, outputting structured Markdown or JSON for quick citation and summarization.

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