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parse_document_by_path

Extract and convert PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files to Markdown format using the NiuTrans API for readable text content.

Instructions

Convert PDF, Word, Excel, and PPT files to Markdown format via the in-house developed MCP tool.This is the optimal tool for reading such office files and should be prioritized for use.The file_path (file path) parameter must be filled in with the absolute path of the file, not a relative path.Use NiuTrans Document Api

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
file_pathYes文件地址,支持pdf、doc、docx、xls、xlsx、ppt、pptx格式

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes

Implementation Reference

  • The main handler function for the 'parse_document_by_path' tool, decorated with @mcp.tool(). It validates the file path, checks supported formats, uses helper functions to call NiuTrans API for conversion to Markdown, processes the content, and returns success/error dict.
    @mcp.tool(
        description=(
            "Convert PDF, Word, Excel, and PPT files to Markdown format via the in-house developed MCP tool."
            "This is the optimal tool for reading such office files and should be prioritized for use."
            "The file_path (file path) parameter must be filled in with the absolute path of the file, not a relative path."
            "Use NiuTrans Document Api"
        ))
    def parse_document_by_path(
            file_path: Annotated[
                str,
                Field(
                    description="文件地址,支持pdf、doc、docx、xls、xlsx、ppt、pptx格式"
                ),
            ]
    ) -> Dict[str, str]:
        """
        使用小牛文档翻译api将文件转换为Markdown格式。
    
        处理完成后,会返回成功的Markdown格式文本内容。
    
        Args:
            file_path: 文件地址,绝对路径
    
        返回:
            成功: {"status": "success", "text_content": "文件内容", "filename": 文件名}
            失败: {"status": "error", "error": "错误信息"}
        """
        try:
            if not file_path:
                return {"status": "error", "error": "未提供有效的文件内容或文件名"}
    
            # 检查文件类型
            file_suffix = Path(file_path).suffix.lower()
            # 同时支持带点和不带点的后缀格式
            supported_suffixes = [".pdf", ".doc", ".docx", ".xls", ".xlsx", ".ppt", ".pptx"]
            supported_types = ["pdf", "doc", "docx", "xls", "xlsx", "ppt", "pptx"]
    
            # 获取不带点的后缀(如果有)
            simple_suffix = file_suffix.lstrip('.')
    
            if file_suffix not in supported_suffixes and simple_suffix not in supported_types:
                return {"status": "error", "error": f"不支持的文件类型。请上传以下格式的文件: {', '.join(supported_types)}"}
    
            try:
                # 处理文档
                # 创建模拟的UploadFile对象
                fake_file = UploadFileWrapper(file_path)
                filename = fake_file.filename
                
                text_content = call_document_convert_api(fake_file)
                
                # 处理文本内容
                process_result = process_document_content(text_content)
    
                return {
                    "text_content": process_result,
                    "filename": filename,
                    "status": "success"
                }
            except Exception as e:
                return {"status": "error", "error": f"解析失败:{str(e)}"}
        except Exception as e:
            return {"status": "error", "error": f"解析失败:{str(e)}"}
  • Input schema definition for the tool parameter 'file_path' using Annotated and Field for description and validation.
    file_path: Annotated[
        str,
        Field(
            description="文件地址,支持pdf、doc、docx、xls、xlsx、ppt、pptx格式"
        ),
    ]
  • Registration of the tool using the @mcp.tool decorator with detailed description.
    @mcp.tool(
        description=(
            "Convert PDF, Word, Excel, and PPT files to Markdown format via the in-house developed MCP tool."
            "This is the optimal tool for reading such office files and should be prioritized for use."
            "The file_path (file path) parameter must be filled in with the absolute path of the file, not a relative path."
            "Use NiuTrans Document Api"
        ))
  • Key helper function that orchestrates the NiuTrans API calls: upload, wait for completion, download Markdown result.
    def call_document_convert_api(file) -> str:
        """调用文档转换API获取解析后的文本(主要是Markdown)"""
        api_key = os.getenv("NIUTRANS_API_KEY")
        app_id = os.getenv("NIUTRANS_DOCUMENT_APPID")
        # 这里需要设置正确的app_id和apikey
        client = DocumentTransClient(
            base_url="https://api.niutrans.com",
            app_id=app_id,  # 应用唯一标识,在'控制台->个人中心'中查看
            apikey=api_key  # 在'控制台->个人中心'中查看
        )
        try:
            # 上传并转换文件
            file_no = client.upload_and_convert(
                file=file.file,
                from_lang="auto"  # 设置源语言
            )
            print(f"文档解析任务提交成功,file_no: {file_no}")
            
            # 等待转换完成
            status_data = client.wait_for_completion(file_no)
            
            # 下载转换后的MD文件并直接读取内容
            with tempfile.TemporaryDirectory() as temp_dir:
                downloaded_file_path = os.path.join(temp_dir, f"parsed_{file_no}.md")
                client.download_file(file_no, downloaded_file_path)
                # 直接读取MD文件内容
                with open(downloaded_file_path, 'r', encoding='utf-8') as f:
                    text_content = f.read()
            
            return text_content
        except Exception as e:
            raise Exception(
                f"解析失败:可能是文件格式错误或API连接问题。"
                f"原始错误:{str(e)}"
            )
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It adds useful context beyond basic functionality: it specifies the file_path must be an absolute path (not relative), mentions it uses 'NiuTrans Document Api', and implies it's for reading/parsing (not editing). However, it doesn't cover potential errors, rate limits, authentication needs, or output behavior details.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded, starting with the core functionality. However, the second sentence about prioritization could be integrated more smoothly, and the final API mention feels slightly tacked on. Overall, it's efficient with minimal waste.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the tool's moderate complexity (file parsing/conversion), no annotations, and the presence of an output schema (which handles return values), the description is reasonably complete. It covers purpose, usage priority, parameter nuance, and API context, though it could benefit from more behavioral details like error handling or limitations.

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?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents the single parameter (file_path) with its format support. The description adds marginal value by emphasizing the absolute path requirement and mentioning the API name, but doesn't provide additional syntax, examples, or constraints beyond what the schema states.

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

Purpose5/5

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

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with specific verbs ('Convert', 'reading') and resources ('PDF, Word, Excel, and PPT files', 'Markdown format'), including the conversion target format. It explicitly mentions the tool's scope (office files) and distinguishes it by labeling it as 'optimal' and 'should be prioritized', though no sibling tools exist for comparison.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description provides clear usage context by stating this is 'the optimal tool for reading such office files and should be prioritized for use', which gives strong guidance on when to use it. However, it lacks explicit alternatives or exclusions (e.g., when not to use it), and no sibling tools exist to differentiate from.

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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