python-docx

Create and edit Word documents programmatically with python-docx.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/LounisBou/claude-code --skill python-docx
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Skill: python-docx
Source: https://github.com/LounisBou/claude-code/tree/main/skills-available/python/python-docx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LounisBou/claude-code --skill python-docx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires defusedxml, lxml, Pillow, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Streamline the creation, formatting, and modification of Word documents (.docx) from Python by leveraging the python-docx library in Python, reducing manual editing time and ensuring consistent styling.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create new Word documents with headings, paragraphs, tables, and formatting.
  • Edit existing documents, apply styling, preserve formatting, and perform simple document transformations.
  • Support workflows around tracking changes and adding comments for collaborative editing.

Quick Start

Create a new Word document with a title and a paragraph using python-docx.

Frequently Asked Questions about python-docx

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

FAQPage Schema
What's the best way to insert tables and images into a Word document via Python?

The best way to insert tables and images into a Word document via Python is using the python-docx library, which provides dedicated methods for adding and formatting these elements programmatically.

How do I automate Word document generation in Python?

Automating Word document generation in Python is done by using the python-docx library to programmatically create new .docx files with headings, paragraphs, tables, and consistent formatting.

Can I edit existing .docx files and apply styling with Python?

Editing existing .docx files and applying styling with Python is fully supported, allowing you to manipulate document content, preserve formatting, and perform simple document transformations seamlessly.

Does Python work with tracked changes and comments in Word documents?

Python works with tracked changes and comments in Word documents by leveraging python-docx to manipulate these collaborative editing features within automated workflow pipelines.

Do I need a Python runtime to generate deterministic DOCX outputs?

Generating deterministic DOCX outputs requires a Python runtime and the python-docx package to produce well-formatted Word documents without manual editing.

What's the best way to insert tables and images into a Word document via Python?

The best way to insert tables and images into a Word document via Python is using the python-docx library, which provides dedicated methods for adding and formatting these elements programmatically.