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JDJR2024

Markdownify MCP Server - UTF-8 Enhanced

by JDJR2024

pptx-to-markdown

Convert PowerPoint PPTX files into Markdown format using the UTF-8 Enhanced Markdownify MCP Server for improved multilingual compatibility.

Instructions

Convert a PPTX file to markdown

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
filepathYesAbsolute path of the PPTX file to convert

Implementation Reference

  • Handler logic that executes the pptx-to-markdown tool by calling Markdownify.toMarkdown on the provided filepath.
    case tools.PDFToMarkdownTool.name:
    case tools.ImageToMarkdownTool.name:
    case tools.AudioToMarkdownTool.name:
    case tools.DocxToMarkdownTool.name:
    case tools.XlsxToMarkdownTool.name:
    case tools.PptxToMarkdownTool.name:
      if (!validatedArgs.filepath) {
        throw new Error("File path is required for this tool");
      }
      result = await Markdownify.toMarkdown({
        filePath: validatedArgs.filepath,
        projectRoot: validatedArgs.projectRoot,
        uvPath: validatedArgs.uvPath || process.env.UV_PATH,
      });
  • Schema definition for the pptx-to-markdown tool, including input validation for filepath.
    export const PptxToMarkdownTool = ToolSchema.parse({
      name: "pptx-to-markdown",
      description: "Convert a PPTX file to markdown",
      inputSchema: {
        type: "object",
        properties: {
          filepath: {
            type: "string",
            description: "Absolute path of the PPTX file to convert",
          },
        },
        required: ["filepath"],
      },
    });
  • src/server.ts:31-35 (registration)
    Registration of the pptx-to-markdown tool (and others) by listing all tools from the tools module in the ListTools response.
    server.setRequestHandler(ListToolsRequestSchema, async () => {
      return {
        tools: Object.values(tools),
      };
    });
  • Helper function Markdownify.toMarkdown that performs the actual PPTX to markdown conversion using the markitdown executable.
    static async toMarkdown({
      filePath,
      url,
      projectRoot = path.resolve(__dirname, ".."),
      uvPath = "~/.local/bin/uv",
    }: {
      filePath?: string;
      url?: string;
      projectRoot?: string;
      uvPath?: string;
    }): Promise<MarkdownResult> {
      try {
        let inputPath: string;
        let isTemporary = false;
    
        if (url) {
          const response = await fetch(url);
          const content = await response.text();
          inputPath = await this.saveToTempFile(content);
          isTemporary = true;
        } else if (filePath) {
          inputPath = filePath;
        } else {
          throw new Error("Either filePath or url must be provided");
        }
    
        const text = await this._markitdown(inputPath, projectRoot, uvPath);
        const outputPath = await this.saveToTempFile(text);
    
        if (isTemporary) {
          fs.unlinkSync(inputPath);
        }
    
        return { path: outputPath, text };
      } catch (e: unknown) {
        if (e instanceof Error) {
          throw new Error(`Error processing to Markdown: ${e.message}`);
        } else {
          throw new Error("Error processing to Markdown: Unknown error occurred");
        }
      }
    }
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It states the conversion action but lacks behavioral details: it doesn't mention if the tool overwrites files, requires specific permissions, handles errors, or outputs to a specific location. For a file conversion tool with zero annotation coverage, this is a significant gap in transparency.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence with zero waste: 'Convert a PPTX file to markdown'. It is front-loaded and appropriately sized, earning its place by clearly stating the core functionality without unnecessary elaboration.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the complexity of file conversion (which involves input/output handling and potential errors), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what the tool returns (e.g., markdown text, file path), error conditions, or dependencies, leaving gaps for an AI agent to use it correctly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 100% description coverage, with the 'filepath' parameter well-documented as 'Absolute path of the PPTX file to convert'. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what the schema provides, so it meets the baseline of 3 for high schema coverage without extra value.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'Convert a PPTX file to markdown' clearly states the verb 'Convert' and the resource 'PPTX file', making the purpose immediately understandable. It distinguishes from siblings by specifying the PPTX format, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from similar conversion tools like 'docx-to-markdown' beyond the file type.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With siblings like 'docx-to-markdown' and 'pdf-to-markdown', it doesn't specify scenarios where PPTX conversion is preferred or any prerequisites (e.g., file format compatibility). Usage is implied by the tool name but not articulated.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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