alphaxiv

Retrieve arXiv paper summaries with progressive fallback to LaTeX source.

Updated Apr 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Shallow-W/llm-wiki --skill alphaxiv-shallow-w
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: alphaxiv
Source: https://github.com/Shallow-W/llm-wiki/tree/main/.claude/skills/alphaxiv
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Shallow-W/llm-wiki --skill alphaxiv-shallow-w

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Rapidly answers questions about a specific arXiv paper without requiring full manual reading of PDFs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Single-paper lookup: Takes a bare arXiv ID or arXiv/AlphaXiv URL and returns an immediate, LLM-optimized summary.
  • Tiered source fallback: Uses AlphaXiv overview first, then full AlphaXiv markdown, and finally falls back to arXiv LaTeX source inspection when deeper details are needed.
  • Targeted guidance: Supports forcing a depth tier (overview/abs/src) to match the user’s intent and reduce unnecessary reads.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to summarize a specific paper by providing its arXiv ID, for example: Summarize https://arxiv.org/abs/2401.12345 using AlphaXiv overview first, and fall back if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions about alphaxiv

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get an LLM summary of a specific arXiv paper?

To get an LLM paper summary, provide a bare arXiv ID or arXiv/AlphaXiv URL. The tool parses the ID and retrieves an LLM-optimized AlphaXiv summary using a tiered source fallback system.

What is the best way to summarize arXiv papers without reading the full PDF?

The best way to summarize arXiv papers without reading the full PDF is using a tiered fallback system. It retrieves the AlphaXiv overview first, then full markdown, and finally extracts LaTeX source if deeper inspection is required.

How do I extract specific details from arXiv LaTeX source files?

You can extract specific details from arXiv LaTeX source files by forcing the source depth tier. This directs the tool to download and inspect the LaTeX source when the overview or abstract markdown lacks the deeper details you need.

Can I use a bare arXiv ID to retrieve a paper summary?

Yes, you can use a bare arXiv ID to retrieve a paper summary. The tool parses supported URL formats and bare IDs to fetch the AlphaXiv overview and markdown without requiring a full link.

Does this tool support broad literature search across multiple arXiv papers?

No, this tool does not support broad literature search across multiple arXiv papers. It is intended for explaining, summarizing, or answering questions about one specific paper from an arXiv or AlphaXiv URL.

When should I force a specific depth tier for arXiv paper summarization?

You should force a specific depth tier for arXiv paper summarization to match your intent and reduce unnecessary reads. Force the source tier when overview or abstract markdown lacks the required technical details.