ocr-and-documents

Extract text from PDFs and scanned documents into Markdown format.

Updated Jul 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Toqsick/MaxClaw --skill ocr-and-documents-toqsick
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Skill: ocr-and-documents
Source: https://github.com/Toqsick/MaxClaw/tree/main/.claude/skills/ocr-and-documents
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Toqsick/MaxClaw --skill ocr-and-documents-toqsick

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 converting PDFs and scanned documents into editable text, making it easier to search, edit, and reuse the content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PDF Text Extraction: Extract text from PDFs and scanned documents with high accuracy.
  • OCR Support: Includes OCR capabilities for scanned documents in over 90 languages.
  • Markdown Output: Outputs extracted text in Markdown format for easy editing and sharing.
  • Use Case: Convert a scanned PDF of a research paper into editable text for citation and analysis.

Quick Start

Use the ocr-and-documents skill to extract text from the attached 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 for editing and research?

To extract text from a scanned PDF, you need OCR processing to recognize characters in images. This skill uses Python libraries like pymupdf and marker-pdf to convert scanned documents into editable Markdown text with high accuracy across over 90 languages.

Can I convert PDF documents directly to Markdown format?

Yes, you can convert PDF documents directly to Markdown format. This skill processes PDFs and scanned documents, outputting the extracted text as Markdown, which makes the content easy to edit, search, and share across different platforms and documentation systems.

Does OCR support multiple languages for scanned document text extraction?

OCR supports multiple languages for scanned document text extraction, offering capabilities for over 90 languages. This broad language support ensures you can accurately extract and convert international research papers and scanned documents into editable Markdown text.

What's the best way to turn research papers into editable text for citations?

The best way to turn research papers into editable text is using a Python-based OCR and document processing skill. It extracts text from PDFs and scanned documents, outputting clean Markdown that is ideal for quoting, citation management, and content analysis workflows.

Do I need Python installed to extract text from PDFs and scanned documents?

Yes, you need Python installed because the text extraction relies on specific Python libraries, including pymupdf, marker-pdf, python-docx, and python-pptx. These dependencies enable the OCR processing and Markdown output for your document conversion tasks.