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summarize

Convert web pages and documents to Markdown and generate concise summaries.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
Search Tags:#documents#summarization#markdown#web pages#content conversion
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hheydaroff/common-agent-skills --skill summarize-hheydaroff
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: summarize
Source: https://github.com/hheydaroff/common-agent-skills/tree/main/skills/summarize
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hheydaroff/common-agent-skills --skill summarize-hheydaroff

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires uvx, pi, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of converting web pages and documents into Markdown format, enabling easy inspection, quoting, and further processing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Content Conversion: Fetches URLs or local files (PDFs, DOCX, HTML, etc.) and converts them into Markdown for analysis.
  • Document Summarization: Produces concise summaries that highlight key points, supporting decision-making and review.
  • Use Case: Quickly summarize a lengthy research paper or webpage to extract essential information before deep reading or sharing.

Quick Start

Use the summarize skill to fetch and convert a URL or document, then generate a brief summary by specifying the content focus.

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert a web page to Markdown and generate a summary?▼

You can convert web pages to Markdown and generate summaries by providing a URL or local file, which the tool fetches and processes into concise key points for review.

Does document summarization work with local PDF and DOCX files?▼

Yes, document summarization works with local files like PDFs and DOCX. It converts these formats into Markdown to produce concise summaries for research and reporting.

Do I need uvx and pi to fetch URLs and summarize content?▼

Yes, you need uvx to handle content fetching from URLs or local files, and pi to perform the summarization process that highlights key points for analysis.

What is the best way to summarize a lengthy research paper before deep reading?▼

The best way to summarize a lengthy research paper is converting the document into Markdown format first, then generating a brief summary to extract essential information before reading.

Can I specify the content focus when summarizing web pages and documents?▼

Yes, you can specify the content focus when generating a brief summary, allowing you to tailor the concise output to highlight specific key points needed for your analysis.

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