zotero-acquire

Convert Zotero library documents into structured markdown for knowledge bases.

Updated Jun 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/grebbel/ghs-wiki --skill zotero-acquire
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Skill: zotero-acquire
Source: https://github.com/grebbel/ghs-wiki/tree/main/.claude/skills/zotero-acquire
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/grebbel/ghs-wiki --skill zotero-acquire

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pyzotero, PyYAML, pdftotext, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of acquiring sources from a local Zotero library and importing them into a digital knowledge base, reducing manual effort and ensuring a structured repository of information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Zotero Library Acquisition: Pulls items from a Zotero library into a structured folder for easy access.
  • PDF Conversion: Converts PDF attachments to markdown for inclusion in the knowledge base.
  • Use Case: Ideal for researchers or knowledge managers who want to automate the process of adding new sources to their digital library, ensuring all documents are organized and accessible.

Quick Start

Run the zotero-acquire skill to import all items from your Zotero collection 'ai-wiki' into the digital knowledge base.

Frequently Asked Questions about zotero-acquire

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Zotero PDF attachments to markdown for a knowledge base?

To convert Zotero PDF attachments to markdown, you can automate the acquisition process using the pyzotero library for API access and pdftotext for extracting text. This automatically pulls items and transforms them into structured markdown files for your digital knowledge base.

Can I automate importing a local Zotero library into a digital knowledge base?

Yes, you can automate importing a local Zotero library into a digital knowledge base by running an acquisition script. It automatically pulls items from specified Zotero collections and organizes them into a structured folder for accessible knowledge management.

Do I need pyzotero and pdftotext to extract documents from Zotero?

Yes, you need pyzotero to access the Zotero API for retrieving library items and pdftotext to handle PDF conversion. These dependencies are required to successfully extract documents and convert them into structured markdown formats.

What is the best way to organize academic research sources from Zotero?

The best way to organize academic research sources from Zotero is to automate document acquisition into a structured markdown repository. This ensures all extracted PDFs and metadata are systematically indexed and accessible within your digital knowledge base.

Does Zotero PDF conversion to markdown retain the original document structure?

Zotero PDF conversion to markdown focuses on extracting text to make documents accessible and indexed within a digital knowledge base. It uses pdftotext to pull content from PDF attachments, converting them into a structured markdown format for uniform organization.