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MSOffice skill

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This skill helps you create professional Word and PowerPoint documents quickly by generating tailored templates and content from topic inputs.

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---
name: MSOffice
description: |
  Create MS Word and PowerPoint documents on any topic.

  USE WHEN user wants: documents, reports, word docs, presentations, slides, powerpoint, decks.

allowed-tools:
  - Bash(~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/venv/bin/python:*)
---

# MS Office Document Generator

Creates professional Word (.docx) and PowerPoint (.pptx) documents.

## Workflow Selection

| User Intent | Workflow | Output |
|-------------|----------|--------|
| "document", "report", "word", "write up" | Templates/Word.md | .docx |
| "presentation", "slides", "powerpoint", "deck" | Templates/PowerPoint.md | .pptx |

## Quick Reference

**Tool Location**: `~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/Tools/generate.py`
**Python Interpreter**: `~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/venv/bin/python`
**Output Directory**: `~/Downloads/` (for review before delivery)

## Usage Pattern

1. **Understand** the user's topic and document requirements
2. **Research** the topic if needed (use Research skill for comprehensive content)
3. **Structure** content into the appropriate JSON format
4. **Generate** document using the CLI tool
5. **Inform** user of file location

## Document Delivery

Files are saved to `~/Downloads/` by default. User can:
- Access locally on Mac
- Download via Kai Mobile App (browse to ~/Downloads/, tap file, download)

## CLI Usage

```bash
# Word document
~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/venv/bin/python ~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/Tools/generate.py \
  --type word \
  --title "Document Title" \
  --content '{"sections": [...]}' \
  --output ~/Downloads/filename.docx

# PowerPoint
~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/venv/bin/python ~/.claude/Skills/MSOffice/Tools/generate.py \
  --type powerpoint \
  --title "Presentation Title" \
  --content '{"slides": [...]}' \
  --output ~/Downloads/filename.pptx
```

Overview

This skill generates professional Microsoft Word (.docx) and PowerPoint (.pptx) files on any topic. It produces structured reports, documents, slides, and decks tailored to user requirements and saves the output for easy review and delivery. It focuses on clear organization, consistent formatting, and quick turnaround.

How this skill works

You provide the document type (word or powerpoint), title, and structured content (sections for Word, slides for PowerPoint). The skill converts that structured input into a finished .docx or .pptx file and places the file in a designated output location for download. Optionally, the skill can research or refine content beforehand to meet length, tone, and style requirements.

When to use it

  • You need a formal report or multi-section Word document.
  • You want a slide deck or presentation for meetings, pitches, or training.
  • You need consistent document structure and formatting across multiple files.
  • You want a fast draft to review and iterate before finalizing.
  • You prefer receiving a ready-to-download file rather than copy-paste content.

Best practices

  • Provide a clear title, target audience, and purpose for better-tailored content.
  • Supply structured content: sections array for Word, slides array for PowerPoint.
  • Specify desired length, tone (formal, casual), and any branding or style notes up front.
  • Review the generated file in the output folder and request edits with precise change requests.
  • Use the Research skill or include reference material when accuracy or citations are critical.

Example use cases

  • Create an executive summary and full report for quarterly results in Word.
  • Build a 10–15 slide investor pitch deck with slide-by-slide speaker notes.
  • Generate training materials and handouts with consistent headers and styles.
  • Prepare client proposals and statements of work with sectioned deliverables.
  • Produce a conference presentation with title slide, agenda, and conclusion slides.

FAQ

Where will the generated files appear?

Files are saved to a designated output directory so you can preview and download them easily.

What content format should I provide?

Provide structured JSON: use a sections array for Word documents and a slides array for PowerPoint, with text and optional notes per item.