pdf-to-md-mineru

Convert academic PDFs into structured Markdown using MinerU APIs.

Updated May 29, 2026

Search Tags:#ocr #formulas #academic papers #tables #document parsing #minerU #pdf-to-markdown

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npx skills add https://github.com/Mang30/myskills --skill pdf-to-md-mineru

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Skill: pdf-to-md-mineru
Source: https://github.com/Mang30/myskills/tree/main/skills/pdf-to-md-mineru
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Mang30/myskills --skill pdf-to-md-mineru

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests.

What problem does it solve?

Users need a reliable way to turn academic PDFs with complex layouts, tables, and formulas into readable, editable Markdown without manual copy-pasting.

Core Features & Use Cases

High-fidelity PDF parsing: Converts research papers into structured Markdown while preserving tables, formulas, figures, and layout.
MinerU cloud API modes: Supports both Precise API (token-based, larger files, better model options) and Agent Lightweight API (no token for smaller files).
Flexible inputs: Handles PDFs provided by URL or uploaded local files, with optional OCR for scanned documents.

Quick Start

Convert the paper by asking: "Parse this PDF and output the extracted content as Markdown using MinerU."

Frequently Asked Questions about pdf-to-md-mineru

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert academic PDFs to Markdown while preserving tables and formulas?▼

To convert academic PDFs to Markdown while preserving tables and formulas, use this Skill to parse documents via the MinerU cloud API, which outputs structured Markdown. It supports both local uploads and remote URLs.

Can I parse scanned PDF documents to Markdown using OCR?▼

Yes, you can parse scanned PDF documents to Markdown using OCR. The Skill supports optional OCR-enabled parsing through MinerU, allowing you to extract text from scanned research papers into editable Markdown.

Do I need an API token to convert PDF to Markdown with MinerU?▼

You do not always need an API token to convert PDF to Markdown. You can use the MinerU Agent Lightweight API for smaller files without a token, or the Precise API with a token for larger files and better model options.

What is the best way to extract content from large research papers into Markdown?▼

The best way to extract content from large research papers into Markdown is using the MinerU Precise API mode. It is token-based and handles larger files with better vlm/pipeline model options for high-fidelity parsing.

How do I retrieve the Markdown result after parsing a PDF?▼

To retrieve the Markdown result after parsing a PDF, download the produced Markdown result URL or extract the full.md file from the provided zip archive output by the MinerU parsing process.

Does MinerU PDF to Markdown conversion work with remote URLs?▼

Yes, MinerU PDF to Markdown conversion works with remote URLs. The Skill accepts flexible inputs, allowing you to process academic PDFs directly from a remote link or via local file uploads.