pdf

Extract text, tables, and metadata from PDFs using Python libraries.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ethanolivertroy/antigravity-skills --skill pdf-ethanolivertroy
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Skill: pdf
Source: https://github.com/ethanolivertroy/antigravity-skills/tree/main/skills/pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ethanolivertroy/antigravity-skills --skill pdf-ethanolivertroy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pypdf, pdf2image, Pillow, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates PDF processing tasks, reducing manual work when handling large sets of documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text & Table Extraction: Pull text, tables, and metadata from PDFs for analysis.
  • Programmatic Editing: Merge, split, rotate, annotate, and modify PDFs to prepare reports.
  • Form Handling: Fill in fillable forms or annotate non-fillable ones to digitize workflows.
  • Use Case: Consolidate invoice data across hundreds of PDFs into a single dataset for auditing.

Quick Start

Install dependencies with: pip install pypdf pdf2image Pillow Quick validation: count pages of a PDF using Python one-liner: python -c "from pypdf import PdfReader; print(len(PdfReader('sample.pdf').pages))"

Frequently Asked Questions about pdf

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text and tables from multiple PDFs for data analysis?

Yes, you can batch edit PDFs programmatically using Python. This Skill merges, splits, rotates, and annotates PDF files across large collections, automating document-heavy administrative workflows and report preparation without manual intervention.

Can I fill in PDF forms automatically using Python?

You can fill in PDF forms automatically using this Skill. It handles fillable forms and annotates non-fillable ones to digitize workflows, utilizing pypdf and Pillow to manage form fields and modify document content programmatically.

Do I need to install additional Python libraries to process PDF documents?

This Skill is suited for document-heavy administrative tasks at scale. It manages content across large collections of PDFs, making it ideal for consolidating data from hundreds of invoices or preparing batch reports for auditing purposes.

What are the limitations of using pypdf for PDF data extraction?

This Skill uses pypdf for text and form extraction, while pdf2image and Pillow handle image rendering and manipulation. This combination provides a comprehensive toolkit for both data extraction and programmatic document editing workflows.