apsa-style

Check Quarto manuscripts for APSA style compliance and generate a structured markdown report.

14|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/christopherkenny/skills --skill apsa-style
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apsa-style
Source: https://github.com/christopherkenny/skills/tree/main/skills/apsa-style
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/christopherkenny/skills --skill apsa-style

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quarto manuscripts often fail to meet APSA style standards, leading to inconsistent formatting and potential manuscript rejection. This skill checks numbers, capitalization, abbreviations, italics, in-text citations, titles of works, neutral language, and APSA-specific terminology without modifying the source, and reports findings in a structured format.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Checks numbers (zero through nine spelling, percentages, measurements), capitalization, abbreviations, italics, in-text citations, titles of works, and neutral language according to the APSA Manual.
  • Reports are organized by document section and never modify the source file; supports an optional output file and an optional @sec-label to restrict checking to a single section.
  • Use when preparing a Quarto document for APSA submission or when you need a neutral, unbiased style check across a manuscript.

Quick Start

Check a Quarto manuscript for APSA compliance and generate a structured report without modifying the source file.

Frequently Asked Questions about apsa-style

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check my Quarto manuscript for APSA style compliance?

Yes, you can restrict APSA style checks to a single section by passing an optional @sec-label argument. This filters the validation process, generating a structured markdown report that only highlights style issues found within that specific document section.

What does APSA style checking cover in a Quarto document?

No, the skill never modifies your source file during the APSA compliance check. It operates in a read-only manner and outputs a structured markdown report detailing style findings, which can optionally be saved to a specified output file path.

Does the APSA style checker modify my original Quarto source file?

You should use an APSA style checker when preparing a Quarto document for APSA submission. It helps you identify and resolve formatting inconsistencies in citations, capitalization, and neutral language to ensure your manuscript meets APSA standards.

Can I limit the APSA style review to a specific section of my Quarto document?

The APSA style checker validates numbers, capitalization, abbreviations, italics, in-text citations, titles of works, neutral language, and APSA-specific terminology. It produces a structured markdown report organized by document sections and supports an optional output file path.