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 | Type | Length | Use Case | |------|--------|----------| | Executive | 1 paragraph | Business | | Bulleted | 5-7 bullets | Quick overview | | Detailed | 1-2 pages | Comprehensive | | Abstract | 150-300 words | Academic | ## 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