clarify-goal

Ask targeted questions to clarify research goals from papers or topics.

9|1|Updated Apr 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SebastianElvis/reaper --skill clarify-goal
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Skill: clarify-goal
Source: https://github.com/SebastianElvis/reaper/tree/main/skills/clarify-goal
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SebastianElvis/reaper --skill clarify-goal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of vague or ambiguous research objectives by guiding users through targeted clarification questions, leading to precise, actionable goals.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Goal Clarification: Engages users with specific questions to refine research objectives, ensuring clear scope and intent.
  • Paper-aware Analysis: Optionally reads and understands provided research papers to inform clarification.
  • Use Case: A researcher unsure whether their goal pertains to protocol security or performance optimization can use this Skill to specify key context, making subsequent analysis more focused and effective.

Quick Start

Invoke /clarify-goal with your initial research goal and optional paper path to generate targeted questions for better clarity.

Frequently Asked Questions about clarify-goal

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I clarify a vague research goal into an actionable objective?

Clarifying a vague research goal involves answering targeted, context-specific questions based on your initial topic or provided papers to narrow scope and intent. This process ensures your academic or technical research objectives become precise and actionable.

Can I use research papers to help define the scope of my academic question?

Yes, you can provide research papers to inform the goal clarification process. The system reads and understands the provided paper content to formulate meaningful, context-specific clarification inquiries for your academic research.

What is the best way to refine technical research objectives when unsure of the focus?

The best way to refine technical research objectives is by engaging with targeted clarification questions that specify key context, such as distinguishing between protocol security and performance optimization. This ensures your subsequent technical analysis remains focused and effective.

How do targeted questions improve academic research workflows?

Targeted questions improve academic research workflows by guiding users through context-specific clarification, resolving ambiguous objectives. This ensures goals are precise and well-defined before subsequent analysis, leading to more focused and effective research outcomes.

Does goal clarification work without providing any research papers?

Yes, goal clarification works with general topics as well as provided research papers. You can invoke the process with just your initial research goal to generate targeted questions that help refine your academic objective scope and intent.