pdf-creator▌
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Create professional PDF documents from markdown with Chinese font support and theme system.
PDF Creator
Create professional PDF documents from markdown with Chinese font support and theme system.
Quick Start
# Default theme (formal: Songti SC + black/grey)
uv run --with weasyprint scripts/md_to_pdf.py input.md output.pdf
# Warm theme (training: PingFang SC + terra cotta)
uv run --with weasyprint scripts/md_to_pdf.py input.md --theme warm-terra
# No weasyprint? Use Chrome backend (auto-detected if weasyprint unavailable)
python scripts/md_to_pdf.py input.md --theme warm-terra --backend chrome
# List available themes
python scripts/md_to_pdf.py --list-themes dummy.md
Themes
Stored in themes/*.css. Each theme is a standalone CSS file.
| Theme | Font | Color | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
default |
Songti SC + Heiti SC | Black/grey | Legal docs, contracts, formal reports |
warm-terra |
PingFang SC | Terra cotta (#d97756) + warm neutrals | Course outlines, training materials, workshops |
To create a new theme: copy themes/default.css, modify, save as themes/your-theme.css.
Backends
The script auto-detects the best available backend:
| Backend | Install | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
weasyprint |
pip install weasyprint |
Precise CSS rendering, no browser needed | Requires system libs (cairo, pango) |
chrome |
Google Chrome installed | Zero Python deps, great CJK support | Larger binary, slightly less CSS control |
Override with --backend chrome or --backend weasyprint.
Batch Convert
uv run --with weasyprint scripts/batch_convert.py *.md --output-dir ./pdfs
Troubleshooting
Chinese characters display as boxes: Ensure Chinese fonts are installed (Songti SC, PingFang SC, etc.)
weasyprint import error: Run with uv run --with weasyprint or use --backend chrome instead.
Chrome header/footer appearing: The script passes --no-pdf-header-footer. If it still appears, your Chrome version may not support this flag — update Chrome.
How to use pdf-creator on Cursor
AI-first code editor with Composer
Prerequisites
Before installing skills in Cursor, ensure your development environment meets these requirements:
- ›Cursor installed and configured on your development machine
- ›Node.js version 16.0+ with npm package manager (verify with
node --version) - ›Active project directory or workspace where you want to add pdf-creator
Execute installation command
Execute the skills CLI command in your project's root directory to begin installation:
The skills CLI fetches pdf-creator from GitHub repository daymade/claude-code-skills and configures it for Cursor.
Select Cursor when prompted
The CLI will show a list of available agents. Use arrow keys to navigate and space to select Cursor:
Verify installation
Confirm successful installation by checking the skill directory location:
Reload or restart Cursor to activate pdf-creator. Access the skill through slash commands (e.g., /pdf-creator) or your agent's skill management interface.
Security & Verification Notice
We perform automated surface-level scans (Gen AI Scanner, Socket, Snyk) during installation. These checks detect common vulnerabilities but do not guarantee complete security. Always review skill source code and verify the publisher's reputation before production use.
Skills execute code in your development environment. Always verify the publisher's identity, review recent commits, and test in isolated environments before production deployment.
List & Monetize Your Skill
Submit your Claude Code skill and start earning
Use Cases▌
Task Automation & Efficiency
Automate repetitive workflows and reduce manual effort
Example
Generate reports, summarize documents, draft communications
Save 3-5 hours per week on routine tasks
Knowledge Enhancement
Learn new skills, understand complex topics, get expert guidance
Example
Explain concepts, provide examples, suggest learning resources
Accelerate learning and skill development by 2x
Quality Improvement
Enhance output quality through reviews, suggestions, and refinements
Example
Review drafts, suggest improvements, catch errors
Improve work quality by 30-40% with less effort
Implementation Guide▌
Prerequisites
- ›Claude Desktop or compatible AI client with skill support
- ›Clear understanding of task or problem to solve
- ›Willingness to iterate and refine outputs
Time Estimate
15-45 minutes depending on use case complexity
Installation Steps
- 1.Install skill using provided installation command
- 2.Test with simple use case relevant to your work
- 3.Evaluate output quality and relevance
- 4.Iterate on prompts to improve results
- 5.Integrate into regular workflow if valuable
Common Pitfalls
- ⚠Expecting perfect results without iteration
- ⚠Not providing enough context in prompts
- ⚠Using skill for tasks outside its intended scope
- ⚠Accepting outputs without review and validation
Best Practices▌
✓ Do
- +Start with clear, specific prompts
- +Provide relevant context and constraints
- +Review and refine all outputs before using
- +Iterate to improve output quality
- +Document successful prompt patterns
✗ Don't
- −Don't use without understanding skill limitations
- −Don't skip validation of outputs
- −Don't share sensitive information in prompts
- −Don't expect skill to replace human judgment
💡 Pro Tips
- ★Be specific about desired format and style
- ★Ask for multiple options to choose from
- ★Request explanations to understand reasoning
- ★Combine AI efficiency with human expertise
When to Use This▌
✓ Use When
Use when skill capabilities match your task, clear ROI on time saved, and you can validate outputs. Best for repetitive tasks, learning, and quality improvement.
✗ Avoid When
Avoid when task requires deep expertise you can't validate, involves sensitive decisions, or when learning process is more valuable than speed of completion.
Learning Path▌
- 1Familiarize yourself with skill capabilities and limitations
- 2Start with low-risk, non-critical tasks
- 3Progress to more complex and valuable use cases
- 4Build expertise through regular use and experimentation
Discussion
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Ratings
4.4★★★★★33 reviews- ★★★★★Ganesh Mohane· Dec 24, 2024
Useful defaults in pdf-creator — fewer surprises than typical one-off scripts, and it plays nicely with `npx skills` flows.
- ★★★★★Li Taylor· Dec 16, 2024
pdf-creator fits our agent workflows well — practical, well scoped, and easy to wire into existing repos.
- ★★★★★Dev Bhatia· Dec 12, 2024
pdf-creator has been reliable in day-to-day use. Documentation quality is above average for community skills.
- ★★★★★Ama Khan· Dec 4, 2024
I recommend pdf-creator for anyone iterating fast on agent tooling; clear intent and a small, reviewable surface area.
- ★★★★★Aanya Singh· Nov 23, 2024
Keeps context tight: pdf-creator is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
- ★★★★★Sakshi Patil· Nov 15, 2024
pdf-creator is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Harper Thompson· Nov 7, 2024
Registry listing for pdf-creator matched our evaluation — installs cleanly and behaves as described in the markdown.
- ★★★★★Carlos Rahman· Oct 26, 2024
pdf-creator reduced setup friction for our internal harness; good balance of opinion and flexibility.
- ★★★★★Aarav Harris· Oct 14, 2024
pdf-creator is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
- ★★★★★Chaitanya Patil· Oct 6, 2024
Keeps context tight: pdf-creator is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
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