alphaxiv-paper-lookup

Fetches AI-generated arXiv paper overviews from alphaxiv.org via URLs or IDs.

2|Updated Apr 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rycen7822/DeepScientist-hermes --skill alphaxiv-paper-lookup-rycen7822
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Skill: alphaxiv-paper-lookup
Source: https://github.com/Rycen7822/DeepScientist-hermes/tree/main/resources/skills/.alpharxiv-paper-loopup.rootbak
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rycen7822/DeepScientist-hermes --skill alphaxiv-paper-lookup-rycen7822

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides instant, AI-generated overviews of arXiv papers fetched from alphaxiv.org, helping you quickly understand and triage research papers without reading PDFs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • AI-generated paper overviews: Retrieve concise summaries from alphaxiv.org for any arXiv paper.
  • Input flexibility: Accepts paper URLs, IDs, or alphaxiv overviews and returns a structured result.
  • Use Case: Quickly compare multiple papers to decide which to read in depth.

Quick Start

Look up a paper by URL or ID and return a concise AI-generated overview.

Frequently Asked Questions about alphaxiv-paper-lookup

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get an AI overview of an arXiv paper without reading the full PDF?

You can get an AI overview of an arXiv paper by providing its URL, paper ID, or alphaxiv overview link. The tool fetches concise, machine-readable summaries from alphaxiv.org to help you quickly understand the research without reading the PDF.

Can I use an arXiv paper ID instead of a URL to retrieve a summary?

Yes, you can use an arXiv paper ID to retrieve a summary. The tool accepts paper URLs, IDs, or existing alphaxiv overviews as input and returns a structured, concise summary for your research workflow.

What is the best way to compare multiple arXiv papers for a literature review?

The best way to compare multiple arXiv papers is to retrieve AI-generated overviews for each one. By inputting their URLs or IDs, you receive concise summaries that allow you to quickly triage and decide which papers to read in depth.

Does the alphaxiv lookup tool provide full-text content or just paper summaries?

The alphaxiv lookup tool provides concise AI-generated summaries by default, but it also supports fetching optional full-text content. It uses the /overview and /abs endpoints from alphaxiv.org to return reports for downstream analysis.

How do AI-generated paper overviews work for arXiv research triage?

AI-generated paper overviews work by fetching machine-readable reports from alphaxiv.org endpoints. When you supply an arXiv URL or ID, the system processes the paper and returns a concise summary to help you quickly comprehend and triage research documents.