citation-checker

Parse documents to extract citations and compare them against reference lists.

1|1|Updated Mar 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mcmespinaa/scholar-support --skill citation-checker-mcmespinaa
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: citation-checker
Source: https://github.com/mcmespinaa/scholar-support/tree/main/skills/citation-checker
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mcmespinaa/scholar-support --skill citation-checker-mcmespinaa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the comprehensive validation of citations within academic documents, identifying missing references, misattributions, and formatting inconsistencies to reduce hallucinations and improve scholarly rigor.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • 5 parallel verification agents perform cross-reference checks, APA 7 formatting validation, DOI verification, claim grounding, and completeness analysis.
  • Ensures each in-text citation has a matching reference entry and flags orphan references for review.
  • Produces a structured verification report suitable for revisions, auditing, and compliance with APA 7 standards.
  • Use Case: A researcher drafts a literature review; run Citation Checker to quickly validate every citation and generate a formal report.

Quick Start

Provide a document with inline citations and a reference list, then invoke the tool to run the 5-agent verification and obtain a consolidated report.

Frequently Asked Questions about citation-checker

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify APA 7 citations and references in an academic document?

To verify APA 7 citations, you parse the document to extract in-text citations and reference entries, then cross-check them for coverage, accuracy, and formatting consistency using a 5-agent validation process.

Can I cross-check my document references with Zotero CSL-JSON metadata?

Yes, you can cross-check document references with Zotero CSL-JSON metadata. The verification compares your extracted reference entries against the Zotero dataset to validate grounding and identify misattributions or missing data.

How do I validate in-text citations against a reference list automatically?

You validate in-text citations by parsing the document and comparing the extracted citations against the reference list entries. This automated check flags orphan references and ensures every in-text citation has a matching entry.

Does citation verification support local PDFs and web sources for grounding claims?

Yes, citation verification supports local PDFs and web sources for grounding. The process optionally consumes these sources to validate each reference's claims and produces a structured report with status and suggested fixes.

What is the best way to find missing references and formatting inconsistencies in a literature review?

The best way to find missing references and inconsistencies is running an automated 5-agent verification that performs cross-reference checks, DOI verification, and APA 7 formatting validation to produce a structured compliance report.

Do I need a references dataset to check for orphan references in my document?

No, an optional references dataset like Zotero CSL-JSON can be consumed but is not required. The skill can parse the document alone to extract entries, flag orphan references, and generate a structured verification report with suggested fixes.