pdf-handling

Extract text and images from PDF documents into .txt or _unified.md outputs.

47|Updated Nov 8, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/belumume/claude-skills --skill pdf-handling
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Skill: pdf-handling
Source: https://github.com/belumume/claude-skills/tree/main/plugins/pdf-guard/skills/pdf-handling
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/belumume/claude-skills --skill pdf-handling

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the manual effort of converting PDFs into usable text and images, enabling faster reading, indexing, and AI processing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text extraction: Convert PDF content into plain text for quick review and downstream AI analysis.
  • Image extraction: Retrieve embedded images from PDFs for reuse in reports and assets.
  • Workflow readiness: Produce outputs (.txt or _unified.md) ready for immediate AI processing.

Quick Start

Run the Standard extraction: python "$CLAUDE_PLUGIN_DIR/scripts/pdf_extract.py" "file.pdf" Run the Unified extraction: python "$CLAUDE_PLUGIN_DIR/scripts/pdf_extract_unified.py" "file.pdf"

Frequently Asked Questions about pdf-handling

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text and images from a PDF for AI processing?

To extract text and images from a PDF for AI processing, you can run Python scripts that convert documents into plain text or unified markdown formats. This generates searchable outputs ready for immediate downstream analysis.

What is the best way to convert PDF documents into searchable plain text?

The best way to convert PDF documents into searchable text is using a dedicated extraction script that parses the file and outputs a plain text format. This prepares academic materials, manuals, and invoices for quick review and indexing.

Can I extract embedded images from PDF files for reuse in reports?

Yes, you can extract embedded images from PDF files for reuse in reports and assets. The extraction process retrieves visual content alongside text, preserving the document's visual data for downstream workflows.

What file formats are generated when preparing PDFs for reading and analysis?

When preparing PDFs for reading and analysis, the extraction process generates either standard plain text files or unified markdown files. These formats ensure the extracted content is immediately ready for AI processing and indexing.

Does PDF text extraction work for academic materials and invoices?

Yes, PDF text extraction works effectively for academic materials, invoices, manuals, and archives. It processes these varied document types to produce searchable text and embedded images, enabling faster review and data retrieval.

Why do I need unified markdown output for PDF document processing?

You need unified markdown output for PDF document processing because it structures the extracted text and images into a single file format. This unified format is specifically optimized for immediate ingestion by AI analysis tools.