Unable to read PDF files

[adamsmith0016]

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Which Operating System are you using?

Windows

Which version of Auto-GPT are you using?

Stable (branch)

GPT-3 or GPT-4?

GPT-3.5

Steps to reproduce 🕹

put pdf files into the workspace folders, ask autogpt to read them it will fail with this message:

"Command read_file returned: Error: 'utf-8' codec can't decode byte 0xe2 in position x: invalid continuation byte"

Current behavior 😯

"Command read_file returned: Error: 'utf-8' codec can't decode byte 0xe2 in position x: invalid continuation byte"

Expected behavior 🤔

it should be able to decode : https://stackoverflow.com/questions/56453782/utf-8-codec-cant-decode-byte-0xe2-invalid-continuation-byte-error

Your prompt 📝

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read files located in autogptworkspace folder. It is able to list the pdf files but can't read them

Your Logs 📒

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no logs.

[ntindle]

need logs, need prompt

[mylesallsmiles]

im experiencing this too
2023-05-01 14:25:45,473 INFO -=-=-=-=-=-=-= COMMAND AUTHORISED BY USER -=-=-=-=-=-=-=
2023-05-01 14:25:46,446 INFO SYSTEM: Command read_file returned: Error: 'utf-8' codec can't decode byte 0xe2 in position 10: invalid continuation byte
There isnt anything in the error log just in the activity log

[mylesallsmiles]

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2023-05-01 14:25:10,285 INFO Using memory of type: LocalCache
2023-05-01 14:25:10,423 INFO Using Browser: chrome
2023-05-01 14:25:31,794 INFO THOUGHTS: I will start by reading the PDF file to understand the requirements of the assignment. Then, I will read all the .docx files in the workspace to gather information. Finally, I will type out the assignment in a new file.
2023-05-01 14:25:32,398 INFO REASONING: Reading the PDF file will give me a clear understanding of the requirements of the assignment. Reading the .docx files will provide me with the necessary information to complete the assignment. Typing out the assignment in a new file will allow me to organize my thoughts and ensure that I have a clear understanding of the requirements.
2023-05-01 14:25:33,023 INFO PLAN:
2023-05-01 14:25:33,086 INFO - Read the PDF file to understand the requirements of the assignment
2023-05-01 14:25:33,384 INFO - Read all the .docx files in the workspace to gather information
2023-05-01 14:25:33,734 INFO - Type out the assignment in a new file
2023-05-01 14:25:33,940 INFO CRITICISM: I need to ensure that I am thorough in my reading of the PDF file and the .docx files to ensure that I have all the necessary information to complete the assignment.
2023-05-01 14:25:34,436 INFO NEXT ACTION: COMMAND = read_file ARGUMENTS = {'file': '.\auto_gpt_workspace\requiremetns'}
2023-05-01 14:25:45,473 INFO -=-=-=-=-=-=-= COMMAND AUTHORISED BY USER -=-=-=-=-=-=-=
2023-05-01 14:25:46,446 INFO SYSTEM: Command read_file returned: Error: 'utf-8' codec can't decode byte 0xe2 in position 10: invalid continuation byte
2023-05-01 14:26:00,992 INFO THOUGHTS: I will use the 'search_files' command to find all the .docx files in the workspace.
2023-05-01 14:26:01,375 INFO REASONING: Using the 'search_files' command will allow me to quickly find all the .docx files in the workspace without having to manually search through each folder.

[VectorZhao]

+1

Name:  RAGPT
Role:  an AI assistant that specializes in scientific research and analysis, providing comprehensive support to researchers and academics in their work.
Goals: 
-  Read and analyze the file 'Mukherjee et al_2023_(ApJ)_PICASO 3.0 - A One-dimensional Climate Model for Giant Planets and Brown Dwarfs.pdf' to gain a thorough understanding of its contents.
-  Provide a detailed summary of the paper, highlighting its key findings, methodology, and implications.
-  Identify any potential gaps or limitations in the research and suggest areas for further investigation.
-  Offer insights and recommendations on how the research can be applied or built upon in related fields.
-  Ensure that all analysis and recommendations are based on sound scientific principles and rigorous research standards.
Using memory of type:  LocalCache
Using Browser:  chrome
 THOUGHTS:  I should start by reading and analyzing the file 'Mukherjee et al_2023_(ApJ)_PICASO 3.0 - A One-dimensional Climate Model for Giant Planets and Brown Dwarfs.pdf' to gain a thorough understanding of its contents. I will then provide a detailed summary of the paper, highlighting its key findings, methodology, and implications. After that, I will identify any potential gaps or limitations in the research and suggest areas for further investigation. Finally, I will offer insights and recommendations on how the research can be applied or built upon in related fields.
REASONING:  This is the most logical and efficient way to approach the task at hand.
PLAN: 
-  Read and analyze the file 'Mukherjee et al_2023_(ApJ)_PICASO 3.0 - A One-dimensional Climate Model for Giant Planets and Brown Dwarfs.pdf'
-  Provide a detailed summary of the paper, highlighting its key findings, methodology, and implications
-  Identify any potential gaps or limitations in the research and suggest areas for further investigation
-  Offer insights and recommendations on how the research can be applied or built upon in related fields
CRITICISM:  I need to ensure that I am thorough in my analysis and that my recommendations are based on sound scientific principles and rigorous research standards.
NEXT ACTION:  COMMAND = read_file ARGUMENTS = {'filename': '/Users/vectorzhao/Auto-GPT/autogpt/auto_gpt_workspace/Mukherjee et al_2023_(ApJ)_PICASO 3.0 - A One-dimensional Climate Model for Giant Planets and Brown Dwarfs.pdf'}
  Enter 'y' to authorise command, 'y -N' to run N continuous commands, 's' to run self-feedback commands'n' to exit program, or enter feedback for ...
  Asking user via keyboard...
Input:y
-=-=-=-=-=-=-= COMMAND AUTHORISED BY USER -=-=-=-=-=-=-= 
SYSTEM:  Command read_file returned: Error: 'NoneType' object has no attribute 'encoding'
 THOUGHTS:  It seems like there was an error with the previous command. I will try using the 'list_files' command to check if the file exists in the current directory.
REASONING:  If the file exists, I can try using the 'read_file' command again. If it doesn't exist, I will need to locate the file or request it from the user.
PLAN: 
-  Use the 'list_files' command to check if the file exists in the current directory
-  If the file exists, use the 'read_file' command again
-  If the file doesn't exist, locate the file or request it from the user
CRITICISM:  I need to ensure that I am using the correct file name and that the file exists in the current directory.
NEXT ACTION:  COMMAND = list_files ARGUMENTS = {'directory': '/Users/vectorzhao/Auto-GPT/autogpt/auto_gpt_workspace'}
  Enter 'y' to authorise command, 'y -N' to run N continuous commands, 's' to run self-feedback commands'n' to exit program, or enter feedback for ...
  Asking user via keyboard...

[m0zzaR]

I don't know if Auto-GPT has the ability to read PDF files. When I converted my PDF file to .txt, the read_file command worked just fine.