name: fb-marketplace:generate-summary description: Use when creating FB Marketplace listing files from a folder of product images. Analyzes images for brand/model, researches the product, and generates title.md, description.md, and price.md files.
Generate FB Marketplace Listing Summary
Every listing we create follows this exact workflow. We never skip steps or guess at product details.
Requirements
Before proceeding, you MUST:
- Have a folder path in the
listings/directory containing product images - Commit to analyzing ALL images - not just the first one
- Invoke
fb-marketplace:research-itemwhenever brand/model is identified - no exceptions
Workflow
digraph generate_summary {
rankdir=TB;
node [shape=box];
start [label="Receive folder path" shape=ellipse];
find_images [label="1. Find all images in folder"];
analyze [label="2. Analyze each image\nIdentify product, brand, model"];
extract [label="3. Extract brand identifiers\nand model numbers"];
has_brand [label="Brand/model found?" shape=diamond];
research [label="4. Invoke fb-marketplace:research-item\nwith identified product"];
manual [label="Use image analysis for\ngeneric description"];
check_listing [label="5. Check for existing listing.md\nfor additional context"];
generate [label="6. Generate output files"];
done [label="Files created" shape=ellipse];
start -> find_images;
find_images -> analyze;
analyze -> extract;
extract -> has_brand;
has_brand -> research [label="yes"];
has_brand -> manual [label="no"];
research -> check_listing;
manual -> check_listing;
check_listing -> generate;
generate -> done;
}
Steps
1. Find All Images
IMMEDIATELY scan the provided folder for image files. Never assume what's there.
Supported formats - check for all of these:
.jpeg,.jpg,.png,.heic,.webp
2. Analyze Images
Use the Read tool to view EVERY image. For each image, you MUST identify:
- What is the product? (category, type)
- Condition: New, like new, good, fair
- Quantity: Single item or multiple
- Visible brand names or logos
- Model numbers, serial numbers, or product codes
- Size indicators (if visible)
Never stop at the first image - critical information appears on backs, bottoms, and tags.
3. Extract Brand/Model Information
You MUST look for:
- Brand name on product or packaging
- Model number (often on stickers, tags, or embossed)
- UPC/barcode numbers
- Any text that identifies the specific product
Always check these locations:
- Front label/logo
- Bottom or back of product
- Tags on clothing/shoes
- Stickers on electronics
- Embossed text on tools
4. Research Product
If brand/model is identified - this is mandatory:
Invoke skill: fb-marketplace:research-item
Input: Brand name, model number, product category
Never skip research when we have a brand. Research transforms guesses into accurate listings.
If no brand/model found:
- Use generic product description from image analysis
- Estimate pricing based on similar items
- Note "Unbranded" or "Generic" in listing
5. Check Existing listing.md
IMMEDIATELY check if a listing.md file exists in the folder:
- Read it for additional context (sizes, quantities, notes)
- Incorporate this information into our output
Never ignore seller notes - they contain information invisible in photos.
6. Generate Output Files
Create three files in the listing folder. Every file MUST follow these exact formats:
title.md
[Concise, searchable title - max 100 chars]
[Brand] [Product Type] [Key Feature/Size] - [Condition]
Our title formula - follow exactly:
- Lead with brand (if known)
- Include product type
- Add distinguishing feature (size, color, model)
- Keep under 100 characters
- Use title case
Examples:
Galanz ExpressWave 1100W Microwave - Inverter Technology3 Pairs Rubber Boots - Men's Sizes 9, 10, 13SKLZ Quick Ladder Agility Training Set - 15ft
description.md
[Detailed description for FB Marketplace]
## Product Details
[From research or image analysis]
## Condition
[Describe actual condition based on images]
## Includes
[List what's included]
## Specifications
[Dimensions, capacity, etc. if known]
## Pickup
Local pickup only in Chapel Hill off of Larkin Lane.
Our description requirements:
- Start with a hook (what it is, why it's great)
- Include specifications from research - never omit these
- Describe actual condition honestly
- List what's included
- Keep paragraphs short for mobile reading
price.md
[Recommended price or price range]
## Pricing Rationale
- Retail: $XX
- Used market range: $XX - $XX
- Condition adjustment: [factor]
- Recommended: $XX
Output File Locations
All files MUST be created in the same folder as the images:
listings/
[Item Folder]/
IMG_xxxx.jpeg # Original images
listing.md # Optional: existing notes
title.md # Generated
description.md # Generated
price.md # Generated
Example Execution
For folder listings/Galanz ExpressWAve Microwave/:
- Find images:
IMG_8417.jpeg,IMG_8418.jpeg,IMG_8420.jpeg - Analyze: Galanz ExpressWave microwave, stainless steel, 1100W inverter
- Extract: Brand=Galanz, Model=ExpressWave, 1100W
- Research: Invoke
fb-marketplace:research-itemwith "Galanz ExpressWave 1100W microwave" - Check: No existing listing.md
- Generate:
title.md: "Galanz ExpressWave 1100W Microwave - Inverter Technology - Excellent Condition"description.md: Full description with specs from researchprice.md: "$45-55" based on research showing $80-100 retail
Bad Thinking
If you find yourself thinking: "Since this is a miscellaneous set of items, i'll skip the resarch phase and just generate the summary" -> Instead research each unique item, so we can price miscellenaous either together or individually.
Common Mistakes
| Mistake | Result | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Analyzing only the first image | Missing brand info on back/bottom, incorrect identification | Always analyze ALL images in the folder |
| Skipping brand in images | Generic listing that undersells the product | Always check all angles, bottom, back, tags |
| Overly long titles | Gets truncated, looks unprofessional | Always keep under 100 chars, focus on searchable terms |
| Generic descriptions | Listing looks lazy, fewer buyers | Always invoke research-item and use specific features |
| Pricing without research | Items either never sell or leave money on the table | Always invoke research-item for accurate pricing |
| Ignoring listing.md | Missing seller context like sizes, quantities, defects | Always check for existing notes before generating |
| Skipping specifications | Buyers flood comments with questions | Always include dimensions and key specs from research |