pptx

Read, modify, and generate PowerPoint .pptx slide decks.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stellarone/evaluate --skill pptx-stellarone
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: pptx
Source: https://github.com/stellarone/evaluate/tree/main/.agents/skills/pptx
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stellarone/evaluate --skill pptx-stellarone

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill turns PowerPoint slide work into a repeatable workflow by helping you extract content from existing .pptx files, safely edit slide XML (including templates), and generate new presentations with consistent formatting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyze and extract from existing .pptx: Pull slide content and inspect slide structure for placeholders or text needing updates.
  • Template-based editing: Unpack a PPTX template, map your content into varied layouts, edit slide XML, then clean and repack while preserving structure.
  • Create slide decks from scratch: Generate new presentations when no template or reference deck is available, using a programmatic creation approach.

Quick Start

Use the pptx skill to generate slides from the provided file 'template.pptx' for the topic the user describes.

Frequently Asked Questions about pptx

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract text from an existing .pptx slide deck?▼

You can extract text from a .pptx file by parsing the presentation structure and pulling slide content directly from the underlying XML. This allows you to inspect placeholders and isolate text for downstream use or presentation QA.

Can I edit slide XML layouts in a PowerPoint template without breaking the formatting?▼

Yes, you can unpack a PPTX template, map your content into varied layouts, and edit the slide XML directly. The workflow includes clean and repack validation steps to preserve the original template structure and formatting safely.

What is the best way to programmatically generate a slide deck from scratch?▼

The best way to generate a slide deck from scratch without a template is to use a programmatic creation approach that builds the presentation structure from the ground up. This ensures consistent formatting tailored to your specific pitch deck requirements.

Does this approach support splitting, combining, or updating existing .pptx files?▼

Yes, the workflow supports opening, parsing, splitting, combining, and updating existing .pptx files. You can modify slide structures, update notes, and edit layouts before repacking the file into a finalized presentation deck.

What are the limitations of editing slide XML directly in a .pptx file?▼

Editing slide XML directly requires carefully unpacking and repacking the .pptx archive to avoid corrupting the file structure. You must follow validation steps after modifying templates or layouts to ensure the presentation rebuilds correctly and retains its formatting.