pdf

Extract text and tables from PDFs into Excel files.

Updated Mar 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hidariutiwa/flask-learning --skill pdf-hidariutiwa
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pdf
Source: https://github.com/hidariutiwa/flask-learning/tree/main/.claude/skills/pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hidariutiwa/flask-learning --skill pdf-hidariutiwa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Manually processing PDF documents to extract data, fill forms, or reorganize content is slow, repetitive, and error-prone, especially when handling large volumes of files or complex form layouts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text & Table Extraction: Pull structured text and tabular data from native and scanned PDFs into editable formats like plain text or Excel.
  • Automated Form Filling: Complete both fillable and non-fillable PDF forms programmatically, with validation to ensure fields are populated correctly.
  • Document Manipulation: Merge, split, rotate, watermark, or password-protect PDFs in bulk using simple commands.
  • Use Case: For example, use this Skill to automatically extract invoice numbers, dates, and totals from 100 scanned vendor PDFs and compile them into a single CSV file for accounting.

Quick Start

Use the pdf skill to extract all text and tables from the attached quarterly sales report PDF and save the extracted table data to an Excel file.

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 scanned PDFs for batch processing?

To extract text and tables from scanned PDFs for batch processing, this Skill uses OCR capabilities via Python libraries and command-line utilities. It pulls structured text and tabular data from native and scanned documents into editable formats like plain text or Excel.

Can I merge, split, and watermark PDF documents in bulk?

Yes, you can merge, split, rotate, watermark, or password-protect PDF documents in bulk. This Skill handles document manipulation for high-volume administrative workflows using simple commands to reorganize content efficiently.

Do I need Python libraries like pypdf to automate document automation?

Yes, this Skill requires Python libraries including pypdf, pdf2image, and Pillow to execute document automation tasks. These dependencies enable the underlying text extraction, form completion, and OCR processing workflows.

What is the best way to extract invoice data from multiple PDFs into a CSV file?

The best way to extract invoice data from multiple PDFs into a CSV file is using this Skill's batch processing capabilities. It automatically extracts invoice numbers, dates, and totals from scanned vendor PDFs and compiles structured data into a single CSV file for accounting.

Does this PDF extraction tool work with non-fillable forms?

Yes, this PDF extraction tool works with non-fillable forms. It supports automated form completion for both fillable and non-fillable PDF documents programmatically, eliminating manual and error-prone data entry for high-volume business workflows.