python-pptx-2-advanced-text-formatting
Sub-skill of python-pptx: 2. Advanced Text Formatting.
Best use case
python-pptx-2-advanced-text-formatting is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Sub-skill of python-pptx: 2. Advanced Text Formatting.
Teams using python-pptx-2-advanced-text-formatting 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/2-advanced-text-formatting/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How python-pptx-2-advanced-text-formatting Compares
| Feature / Agent | python-pptx-2-advanced-text-formatting | 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?
Sub-skill of python-pptx: 2. Advanced Text Formatting.
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
# 2. Advanced Text Formatting
## 2. Advanced Text Formatting
```python
"""
Advanced text formatting with runs, fonts, and paragraph styles.
"""
from pptx import Presentation
from pptx.util import Inches, Pt, Emu
from pptx.enum.text import PP_ALIGN, MSO_ANCHOR
from pptx.dml.color import RgbColor
from pptx.oxml.ns import nsmap
def create_formatted_presentation(output_path: str) -> None:
"""Create presentation with advanced text formatting."""
prs = Presentation()
# Slide with formatted text
slide_layout = prs.slide_layouts[6] # Blank
slide = prs.slides.add_slide(slide_layout)
# Title with formatting
title_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(
Inches(0.5), Inches(0.3),
Inches(12), Inches(1)
)
tf = title_box.text_frame
p = tf.paragraphs[0]
p.alignment = PP_ALIGN.CENTER
# Multiple runs with different formatting
run1 = p.add_run()
run1.text = "Quarterly "
run1.font.size = Pt(40)
run1.font.bold = True
run1.font.color.rgb = RgbColor(0x2F, 0x54, 0x96)
run2 = p.add_run()
run2.text = "Performance"
run2.font.size = Pt(40)
run2.font.bold = True
run2.font.color.rgb = RgbColor(0x70, 0xAD, 0x47)
run3 = p.add_run()
run3.text = " Report"
run3.font.size = Pt(40)
run3.font.bold = True
run3.font.color.rgb = RgbColor(0x2F, 0x54, 0x96)
# Formatted paragraph with various styles
content_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(
Inches(0.75), Inches(1.5),
Inches(11.5), Inches(5)
)
tf = content_box.text_frame
tf.word_wrap = True
# Paragraph 1: Bold heading
p1 = tf.paragraphs[0]
p1.text = "Executive Summary"
p1.font.size = Pt(24)
p1.font.bold = True
p1.space_after = Pt(12)
# Paragraph 2: Normal text
p2 = tf.add_paragraph()
p2.text = (
"This quarter demonstrated strong performance across all metrics. "
"Revenue increased by 15% year-over-year, driven by expansion in "
"key markets and improved customer retention."
)
p2.font.size = Pt(16)
p2.space_after = Pt(18)
p2.line_spacing = 1.5
# Paragraph 3: Highlighted text
p3 = tf.add_paragraph()
p3.text = "Key Achievement: "
p3.font.size = Pt(18)
p3.font.bold = True
p3.font.color.rgb = RgbColor(0xC0, 0x00, 0x00)
run = p3.add_run()
run.text = "Achieved 120% of quarterly target"
run.font.size = Pt(18)
run.font.italic = True
# Paragraph 4: Subscript and superscript
p4 = tf.add_paragraph()
p4.space_before = Pt(18)
run = p4.add_run()
run.text = "Formula example: H"
run.font.size = Pt(16)
sub = p4.add_run()
sub.text = "2"
sub.font.size = Pt(12)
sub.font._element.set(
'{http://schemas.openxmlformats.org/drawingml/2006/main}baseline', '-25000'
)
run = p4.add_run()
run.text = "O and E=mc"
run.font.size = Pt(16)
sup = p4.add_run()
sup.text = "2"
sup.font.size = Pt(12)
sup.font._element.set(
'{http://schemas.openxmlformats.org/drawingml/2006/main}baseline', '30000'
)
# Bullet list with custom formatting
bullet_box = slide.shapes.add_textbox(
Inches(0.75), Inches(5),
Inches(11.5), Inches(2)
)
tf = bullet_box.text_frame
p = tf.paragraphs[0]
p.text = "Key Metrics:"
p.font.size = Pt(18)
p.font.bold = True
bullets = [
("Revenue", "$12.5M", "up 15%"),
("Customers", "45,000", "up 8%"),
("NPS Score", "72", "up 5 points"),
]
for metric, value, change in bullets:
p = tf.add_paragraph()
p.level = 0
run = p.add_run()
run.text = f"{metric}: "
run.font.size = Pt(14)
run.font.bold = True
run = p.add_run()
run.text = f"{value} "
run.font.size = Pt(14)
run = p.add_run()
run.text = f"({change})"
run.font.size = Pt(14)
run.font.color.rgb = RgbColor(0x00, 0x80, 0x00)
prs.save(output_path)
print(f"Formatted presentation saved to {output_path}")
create_formatted_presentation("formatted_presentation.pptx")
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