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Extract text and images from PDFs using CLI tools.

8|Updated Jan 22, 2026

Search Tags:#pdf #split #merge #conversion #text-extraction #image-extraction

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npx skills add https://github.com/thechandanbhagat/claude-skills --skill pdf-thechandanbhagat

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: pdf
Source: https://github.com/thechandanbhagat/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/thechandanbhagat/claude-skills --skill pdf-thechandanbhagat

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates handling of PDF documents by enabling reading, text and image extraction, conversion to other formats, and merging or splitting files, reducing manual, repetitive work.

Core Features & Use Cases

Reading & Text Extraction: extract plain text from PDFs while optionally preserving layout.
Image Extraction & Metadata: extract embedded images and access metadata for archival or analysis.
Conversion, Merging & Splitting: convert PDFs to formats like DOCX, images, or text; merge multiple PDFs or split documents as needed.

Quick Start

Use the pdf skill to extract all text from input.pdf or to merge a set of PDFs into a single document.

Frequently Asked Questions about pdf

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I extract plain text from a PDF document while preserving the original layout?▼

To extract text from a PDF while preserving layout, this solution utilizes the pdftotext CLI tool. It automates reading your document and outputs editable plain text, maintaining structural formatting for downstream data processing workflows.

What is the best way to convert PDFs to other formats like DOCX or images?▼

The best way to convert PDFs to DOCX or images is using this Skill's automated CLI tools like pandoc and imagemagick. It handles format conversion directly, transforming static PDF content into editable file types for your workflow.

Can I merge multiple PDFs or split a single document into separate files?▼

Yes, you can merge multiple PDFs or split a single document. This Skill performs document consolidation by automating the organization of PDF files, allowing you to combine several inputs or divide one document as needed.

How do I extract embedded images and metadata from a PDF for analysis?▼

You can extract embedded images and metadata from a PDF using the pdfimages and exiftool CLI tools. This Skill automates retrieving visual content and document attributes, outputting extracted images and metadata for archival or analysis.

Do I need any external dependencies or libraries installed to use this PDF processing solution?▼

No external Skill dependencies are required to run this PDF processing solution. It operates using standard CLI tools like pdftotext, pdfimages, pdfinfo, exiftool, pandoc, wkhtmltopdf, and imagemagick to execute end-to-end document workflows.