| name | summarization |
| description | Text summarization, key point extraction, and information condensation for concise communication |
| metadata | {"version":"1.0.0","author":"HALO Core","tags":["summarization","text-processing","information-extraction"]} |
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:
- Opening: Main topic + purpose (1-2 sentences)
- Body: Key points in order of importance
- 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
