baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown
Convert X (Twitter) tweet or article URL to markdown. Uses reverse-engineered X API (private). Requires user consent before use.
Best use case
baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Convert X (Twitter) tweet or article URL to markdown. Uses reverse-engineered X API (private). Requires user consent before use.
Teams using baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown Compares
| Feature / Agent | baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Convert X (Twitter) tweet or article URL to markdown. Uses reverse-engineered X API (private). Requires user consent before use.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# X to Markdown
Converts X (Twitter) content to markdown format:
- Tweet threads → Markdown with YAML front matter
- X Articles → Full article content extraction
## Script Directory
**Important**: All scripts are located in the `scripts/` subdirectory of this skill.
**Agent Execution Instructions**:
1. Determine this SKILL.md file's directory path as `SKILL_DIR`
2. Script path = `${SKILL_DIR}/scripts/<script-name>.ts`
3. Replace all `${SKILL_DIR}` in this document with the actual path
**Script Reference**:
| Script | Purpose |
|--------|---------|
| `scripts/main.ts` | CLI entry point for URL conversion |
## ⚠️ Disclaimer (REQUIRED)
**Before using this skill**, the consent check MUST be performed.
### Consent Check Flow
**Step 1**: Check consent file
```bash
# macOS
cat ~/Library/Application\ Support/baoyu-skills/x-to-markdown/consent.json 2>/dev/null
# Linux
cat ~/.local/share/baoyu-skills/x-to-markdown/consent.json 2>/dev/null
# Windows (PowerShell)
Get-Content "$env:APPDATA\baoyu-skills\x-to-markdown\consent.json" 2>$null
```
**Step 2**: If consent exists and `accepted: true` with matching `disclaimerVersion: "1.0"`:
Print warning and proceed:
```
⚠️ Warning: Using reverse-engineered X API (not official). Accepted on: <acceptedAt date>
```
**Step 3**: If consent file doesn't exist or `disclaimerVersion` mismatch:
Display disclaimer and ask user:
```
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
This tool uses a reverse-engineered X (Twitter) API, NOT an official API.
Risks:
- May break without notice if X changes their API
- No official support or guarantees
- Account restrictions possible if API usage detected
- Use at your own risk
Do you accept these terms and wish to continue?
```
Use `AskUserQuestion` tool with options:
- **Yes, I accept** - Continue and save consent
- **No, I decline** - Exit immediately
**Step 4**: On acceptance, create consent file:
```bash
# macOS
mkdir -p ~/Library/Application\ Support/baoyu-skills/x-to-markdown
cat > ~/Library/Application\ Support/baoyu-skills/x-to-markdown/consent.json << 'EOF'
{
"version": 1,
"accepted": true,
"acceptedAt": "<ISO timestamp>",
"disclaimerVersion": "1.0"
}
EOF
# Linux
mkdir -p ~/.local/share/baoyu-skills/x-to-markdown
cat > ~/.local/share/baoyu-skills/x-to-markdown/consent.json << 'EOF'
{
"version": 1,
"accepted": true,
"acceptedAt": "<ISO timestamp>",
"disclaimerVersion": "1.0"
}
EOF
```
**Step 5**: On decline, output message and stop:
```
User declined the disclaimer. Exiting.
```
---
## Usage
```bash
# Convert tweet (outputs markdown path)
npx -y bun ${SKILL_DIR}/scripts/main.ts <url>
# Save to specific file
npx -y bun ${SKILL_DIR}/scripts/main.ts <url> -o output.md
# JSON output
npx -y bun ${SKILL_DIR}/scripts/main.ts <url> --json
```
## Options
| Option | Description |
|--------|-------------|
| `<url>` | Tweet or article URL |
| `-o <path>` | Output path (file or dir) |
| `--json` | Output as JSON |
| `--login` | Refresh cookies only |
## File Structure
```
x-to-markdown/
└── {username}/
└── {tweet-id}.md
```
## Supported URLs
- `https://x.com/<user>/status/<id>`
- `https://twitter.com/<user>/status/<id>`
- `https://x.com/i/article/<id>`
## Output Format
```markdown
---
url: https://x.com/username/status/123
author: "Display Name (@username)"
tweet_count: 3
---
Tweet content...
---
Thread continuation...
```
## Authentication
**Option 1**: Environment variables (recommended)
- `X_AUTH_TOKEN` - auth_token cookie
- `X_CT0` - ct0 cookie
**Option 2**: Chrome login (auto if env vars not set)
- First run opens Chrome for login
- Cookies cached locally
## Extension Support
Custom configurations via EXTEND.md.
**Check paths** (priority order):
1. `.baoyu-skills/baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown/EXTEND.md` (project)
2. `~/.baoyu-skills/baoyu-danger-x-to-markdown/EXTEND.md` (user)
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