markdown-converter

Convert PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, HTML, CSV, JSON, XML, images, audio, ZIPs, YouTube, and EPubs into Markdown.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/manuelvanrijn/.dotfiles --skill markdown-converter-manuelvanrijn
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Skill: markdown-converter
Source: https://github.com/manuelvanrijn/.dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skills/markdown-converter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/manuelvanrijn/.dotfiles --skill markdown-converter-manuelvanrijn

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Convert diverse documents into Markdown for streamlined downstream processing and analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Supports converting PDFs, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), Excel (.xlsx, .xls), HTML, CSV, JSON, XML, images (with EXIF/OCR), and more into Markdown.
  • Useful for preparing content exports, data extraction pipelines, and quick LLM-ready text for analysis.

Quick Start

Run uvx markitdown on a document to generate Markdown output.

Frequently Asked Questions about markdown-converter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert PDF and Word documents to Markdown for LLM analysis?▼

You can convert PDFs, Word, and other documents to Markdown by running uvx markitdown on the file. This generates format-aware Markdown output that preserves document structure for streamlined LLM processing.

Can I extract text from images and audio files into Markdown?▼

Yes, you can extract text from images and audio into Markdown. The conversion process supports images using EXIF and OCR data, while audio files are processed with transcription to generate LLM-ready text.

What is the best way to convert Excel and CSV data into a text format?▼

The best way to convert Excel and CSV data into text is using a format-aware conversion tool. It processes Excel spreadsheets and CSV files to produce structured Markdown, preparing tabular data for downstream analysis.

Does markitdown support processing ZIP archives and YouTube URLs?▼

Yes, markitdown supports processing ZIP archives and YouTube URLs. It extracts and transforms content from these sources into Markdown, alongside handling formats like PowerPoint, HTML, JSON, and EPubs.

What do I need to install to convert documents to Markdown?▼

To convert documents to Markdown, you need uvx installed to run the markitdown command. There are no other dependencies required, as the tool handles diverse formats directly to generate Markdown output.