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template-engine

Generate Word and Excel documents by filling Jinja2-based templates with data.

368|75|Updated Jan 29, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#template#document generation#docxtpl#autofill#mail merge
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/claude-office-skills/skills --skill template-engine-claude-office-skills
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: template-engine
Source: https://github.com/claude-office-skills/skills/tree/main/template-engine
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/claude-office-skills/skills --skill template-engine-claude-office-skills

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python-docx, openpyxl, python-pptx, reportlab, jinja2, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of filling document templates with specific data, eliminating manual data entry and ensuring consistency across documents.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Template-based Generation: Create documents (Word, Excel, etc.) by populating predefined templates with dynamic data.
  • Mail Merge Functionality: Generate personalized documents in bulk from data sources like CSV files.
  • Use Case: Automatically generate personalized offer letters for new hires by filling a standard offer letter template with each candidate's specific details.

Quick Start

Use the template-engine skill to fill the 'welcome_letter.docx' template with the data from 'contacts.csv' and save the output to the 'output/letters' directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about template-engine

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I auto-fill a Word document template with data from a CSV file?▼

Auto-filling a Word document template with CSV data is done using Jinja2-based syntax and the docxtpl library to map data sources to template placeholders, generating personalized output files.

Can I use Jinja2 syntax to automate mail merge in bulk for Excel and Word files?▼

Yes, Jinja2 syntax automates mail merge in bulk for Word and Excel files by populating predefined template placeholders with dynamic data from sources like CSV files.

What is template-based document generation and when do I need it?▼

Template-based document generation is the process of populating predefined document structures with dynamic data, needed when you want to eliminate manual data entry and ensure consistency across bulk personalized files.

Do I need Python libraries like python-docx and openpyxl to generate documents from templates?▼

Yes, you need Python libraries like python-docx, openpyxl, and docxtpl installed to handle template rendering and file manipulation for generating Word and Excel documents.

What's the best way to generate personalized offer letters for multiple new hires?▼

The best way to generate personalized offer letters for multiple new hires is using Jinja2-based template rendering to auto-fill a standard offer letter template with each candidate's specific details from a data source.

Can I use this template engine to auto-fill Excel spreadsheets with dynamic data?▼

Yes, the template engine supports auto-filling Excel spreadsheets with dynamic data by leveraging the openpyxl Python library to render templates and manipulate Excel file formats.

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