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name: summarization-techniques
description: Summarize text with extractive, abstractive, and query-focused techniques
category: AI Agents
---

# Summarization Techniques

## Overview
Summarize text with extractive, abstractive, and query-focused techniques. This skill helps you apply structured, repeatable methods for consistent results.

## When to Use
- When you need to apply summarization techniques best practices
- When establishing processes or standards for your workflow
- When training team members on summarization techniques
- When automating or optimizing summarization techniques tasks

## Instructions
1. **Assess**: Evaluate the current state, requirements, and constraints
2. **Plan**: Define the approach, steps, and success criteria
3. **Execute**: Follow the established patterns and best practices
4. **Verify**: Check results against expected outcomes and quality standards
5. **Iterate**: Refine based on feedback and lessons learned

## Examples
```
User: Help me apply summarization techniques for my current project
Assistant: I'll help you apply summarization techniques step by step...
```

## Related Skills
- Use with `workflow` tool for orchestrated execution
- Combine with `task` tool for delegated processing
- Reference `system-prompt` for system-level integration