Summarization

Summarization Skill

Use this skill when condensing information, extracting key points, or creating concise summaries.

When to Use

• User provides long text to summarize
• Need to extract key points from documents
• Creating brief overviews of content
• Condensing meeting notes or articles
• Generating executive summaries

Summarization Process

1. Content Analysis

• Identify the main topic/theme
• Understand the document structure
• Note the author's purpose
• Identify target audience

2. Key Point Extraction

Extract:

• Main thesis or argument
• Supporting evidence or points
• Important facts or data
• Conclusions or recommendations

3. Condensation

• Remove redundant information
• Combine related points
• Use concise language
• Preserve essential meaning

4. Structure

Organize summary as:

1. Opening: Main topic + purpose (1-2 sentences)
2. Body: Key points in order of importance
3. Closing: Conclusions or next steps (if applicable)

Summary Types

Best Practices

• Lead with the most important information
• Use the author's words when key
• Maintain original tone/style
• Keep proportions consistent with source
• Avoid introducing new information
• Include relevant numbers/dates
• Check summary captures essence

Length Guidelines

• Short document: 10-20% of original
• Medium document: 5-15% of original
• Long document: 3-10% of original
• Adjust based on importance of details