read-pdf

Extract text and tables from PDF documents for ARIS research workflows.

Updated Apr 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Wenwen555/ARIS-LVLM --skill read-pdf
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: read-pdf
Source: https://github.com/Wenwen555/ARIS-LVLM/tree/main/skills/read-pdf
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Wenwen555/ARIS-LVLM --skill read-pdf

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Read and analyze PDF documents for ARIS research workflows, reducing manual reading time and extraction errors.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Text extraction and summarization
  • Table extraction and structure-aware review
  • Content inspection of papers, supplements, and reports for quick synthesis

Quick Start

Use the read-pdf skill to summarize or extract text and tables from a provided PDF file.

Frequently Asked Questions about read-pdf

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text and tables from a PDF for research synthesis?

To extract text and tables from a PDF, the skill analyzes documents and applies structure-aware review to produce actionable summaries. It processes papers and reports to reduce manual reading time.

Can I analyze scanned PDF documents using optical character recognition?

Yes, you can analyze scanned PDF documents because the skill applies OCR by default when upstream tooling is available. This enables text extraction from scanned reports and supplements.

What is the best way to summarize a research paper from a PDF file?

The best way to summarize a research paper is to use the skill's structured review process on the PDF file. It performs text extraction and summarization to deliver quick, actionable insights.

Does this tool support table extraction from supplements and reports?

Yes, this tool supports table extraction from supplements and reports by applying structure-aware review. It uses default settings for tables to ensure accurate data synthesis from your PDFs.

Are there limitations when processing PDFs without upstream tooling?

When processing PDFs without upstream tooling, the skill relies on default settings for mode, OCR, and tables. This may limit extraction accuracy for complex or heavily formatted documents.