x-to-markdown

Convert X posts and articles into Markdown with YAML front matter.

4|1|Updated Mar 14, 2026

Search Tags:#markdown #social media #twitter #content extraction #conversion #x

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npx skills add https://github.com/GPTtang/skill-atlas --skill x-to-markdown

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Skill: x-to-markdown
Source: https://github.com/GPTtang/skill-atlas/tree/main/skills/productivity/x-to-markdown
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GPTtang/skill-atlas --skill x-to-markdown

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill converts X (formerly Twitter) posts and articles into well-formatted Markdown files, preserving content and structure for easier archiving and repurposing.

Core Features & Use Cases

Tweet Conversion: Transforms individual tweets or entire threads into Markdown with YAML front matter.
Article Extraction: Extracts the full content of X Articles into Markdown.
Media Handling: Optionally downloads associated images and videos, linking them locally within the Markdown.
Use Case: Save a compelling X thread about AI advancements into a Markdown file for your personal knowledge base, or convert an X Article into a blog post draft.

Quick Start

Use the x-to-markdown skill to convert the X post at https://x.com/user/status/1234567890 into a Markdown file.

Frequently Asked Questions about x-to-markdown

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert an X Twitter thread to Markdown format?▼

To convert an X Twitter thread to Markdown format, this Skill uses X's private API to extract posts and formats them into Markdown with YAML front matter. It handles individual tweets, full threads, and X articles while preserving the original content structure.

Can I download Twitter media when extracting tweets to Markdown?▼

Yes, you can download Twitter media when extracting tweets to Markdown. The Skill optionally downloads associated images and videos, linking these media assets locally within the generated Markdown file for offline archiving.

Do I need browser cookies to extract X articles into Markdown?▼

Yes, extracting X articles into Markdown requires authentication via browser cookies or environment variables. The Skill reverse-engineers X's private API, so user consent and valid authentication credentials are required to access and convert the content.

What is the best way to save an X post for a personal knowledge base?▼

The best way to save an X post for a personal knowledge base is converting it into a well-formatted Markdown file. This approach preserves the tweet thread content and structure with YAML front matter, making it ideal for archiving and repurposing.

Does converting X posts to Markdown support full article extraction?▼

Yes, converting X posts to Markdown supports full article extraction. The Skill extracts the complete content of X Articles into Markdown format, allowing you to easily convert social media articles into blog post drafts or local documentation.

Why does converting X posts to Markdown require user consent?▼

Converting X posts to Markdown requires user consent because the Skill reverse-engineers X's private API to fetch post data and media. This authentication process bypasses standard public endpoints, necessitating explicit permission before accessing user content.