pdf

Extract and process text from local PDF files with OCR fallback.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/takimoto-sketch/medica-agent --skill pdf-takimoto-sketch
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pdf
Source: https://github.com/takimoto-sketch/medica-agent/tree/main/.claude/skills/pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/takimoto-sketch/medica-agent --skill pdf-takimoto-sketch

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the manual, error-prone work of reading, extracting, converting, splitting, merging, and filling PDF documents so teams can process documents quickly and safely.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text extraction and page-level output with token estimates and PII masking for safe analysis.
  • Markdown conversion, token-aware chunking for long documents, PDF split/merge, image rendering for OCR, and form field inspection/filling.
  • Use case: inspect a proposal PDF to extract key sections, generate a structured markdown summary, and export selected pages as a new PDF.

Quick Start

Please extract and summarize text from reports/minutes/input/proposal.pdf and return page-level text plus a short summary.

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 using OCR?

To extract text from a scanned PDF, the system applies an OCR fallback mechanism during page-level text extraction. It renders pages as images and processes them to output searchable text for your local documents.

Can I convert PDF content to Markdown for long documents?

Yes, you can convert PDF content to Markdown. The system performs markdown conversion and applies token-aware chunking for long documents, allowing structured text extraction that breaks down large files for analysis.

How do I mask PII when extracting text from local PDF files?

You can mask PII during PDF text extraction by utilizing the built-in PII masking feature. It processes local PDF files to redact sensitive information, enabling safe document analysis and reporting without exposing personal data.

What is the best way to fill form fields in a PDF document?

The best way to fill form fields in a PDF is through automated form field inspection and filling. The system processes local PDFs to handle form fields directly and exports the completed documents to a designated output directory.

Does PDF text extraction support splitting and merging pages?

Yes, PDF text extraction supports splitting and merging pages. The system handles page-selected extraction, allowing you to split specific pages from a local PDF or merge multiple documents into a single output file.

What file formats can I export after processing a PDF file?

After processing a local PDF file, you can export results to JSON, Markdown, PNG, or PDF formats. The system saves these outputs to a specific directory, providing structured data, text, images, or modified documents.