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Detect text-based versus image-based PDFs and process them with scriptable pipelines.

23|13|Updated Mar 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/OpenKnots/okcode --skill pdf-openknots
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pdf
Source: https://github.com/OpenKnots/okcode/tree/main/packages/shared/src/skills-catalog/recommended/pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/OpenKnots/okcode --skill pdf-openknots

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

PDFs often require manual, error-prone workflows for editing, extracting data, or converting while preserving layout. This skill automates choosing the correct, deterministic approach based on whether a PDF is text-based or image-based, and it clearly communicates tradeoffs when transforming formats.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detects text-based vs scanned PDFs and selects an appropriate workflow (extraction, annotation, or conversion).
  • Preserves layout fidelity and clearly notes tradeoffs when converting to other formats.
  • Provides scriptable, end-to-end pipelines for reproducible document processing in admin/legal/research tasks.

Quick Start

Provide a PDF and your goal (e.g., extract text, annotate, or convert) and the system will select the safest, deterministic workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about pdf

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text from a scanned PDF while preserving the layout?

To extract text from a scanned PDF while preserving layout, this skill automates OCR workflows by detecting image-based documents and applying deterministic pipelines that maintain fidelity during content extraction.

What is the best way to automate PDF data extraction for administrative forms?

The best way to automate PDF data extraction for forms is using scriptable pipelines that differentiate text-based versus image-based documents, ensuring reproducible document processing for administrative tasks.

Does this PDF processing approach work for converting documents to other formats?

Yes, this PDF processing approach works for converting documents to other formats while preserving layout fidelity, clearly communicating tradeoffs when transforming between formats during the conversion process.

How do I know if my PDF requires OCR or direct text extraction?

To know if your PDF requires OCR or direct text extraction, the system detects whether the document is text-based or image-based and automatically selects the appropriate deterministic workflow.

Can I use this for extracting tables from legal or research documents?

Yes, you can use this for extracting tables from legal or research documents, as it provides end-to-end pipelines tailored for table recognition and content extraction in those contexts.

What are the limitations of converting PDFs to editable formats?

The limitations of converting PDFs to editable formats involve layout tradeoffs, which this skill surfaces clearly during transformation to ensure you understand the fidelity compromises of format conversion.