auditing-citations

Verify citations, quotations, and bibliography entries against source metadata.

15|3|Updated Jul 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/icerain-cmd/humanities-superpowers --skill auditing-citations
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: auditing-citations
Source: https://github.com/icerain-cmd/humanities-superpowers/tree/main/skills/auditing-citations
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/icerain-cmd/humanities-superpowers --skill auditing-citations

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers check whether citations, quotations, page numbers, and bibliography entries are actually accurate and properly supported by the source material.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bibliographic verification: Confirms that authors, titles, dates, editions, translators, pages, DOIs, and archive identifiers match authoritative metadata.
  • Claim–source fit checking: Tests whether a cited source really supports the sentence, interpretation, or quotation attached to it.
  • Submission gatekeeping: Flags unresolved quotation errors, missing sources, contradictory claims, and other issues that should block final submission.
  • Use Case: A researcher preparing a paper can use this Skill to audit every reference, identify weak or unsupported citations, and produce a clear list of blocking and non-blocking issues.

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to audit your manuscript citations against the source texts and return a gate report that separates verified items from unresolved or blocking issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about auditing-citations

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify citations and quotations against source material before submission?

You can verify citations by auditing every reference against source material to confirm authors, titles, dates, DOIs, and page numbers match authoritative metadata. This process checks quotation accuracy and produces a gate report separating verified items from blocking issues.

What is claim-source fit checking in academic writing?

Claim-source fit checking tests whether a cited source actually supports the sentence, interpretation, or quotation attached to it. It validates the relationship between your text and the source material during manuscript review.

Can I audit bibliography entries to find missing sources or contradictory claims?

Yes, you can audit bibliography entries to identify missing sources, contradictory claims, and unresolved quotation errors. The audit applies explicit verification states and discrepancy tracking to flag issues before final submission.

What's the best way to track unresolved citation discrepancies for a research paper?

The best way to track citation discrepancies is generating a gate report that separates blocking from non-blocking issues. This discrepancy tracking method flags unresolved quotation errors and missing sources needing resolution before submission.

Does bibliographic verification check DOIs and archive identifiers against authoritative metadata?

Yes, bibliographic verification confirms that authors, titles, dates, editions, translators, pages, DOIs, and archive identifiers all match authoritative metadata. This ensures your bibliography entries are completely accurate and properly supported.

When do I need source auditing for manuscript review?

You need source auditing for manuscript review when preparing a paper for final submission. It acts as submission gatekeeping by flagging unresolved quotation errors, missing sources, and contradictory claims that should block final submission.