deepxiv

Automates layered DeepXiv paper discovery and progressive reading workflows.

Updated Apr 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jkfee/Auto-Research --skill deepxiv-jkfee
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: deepxiv
Source: https://github.com/jkfee/Auto-Research/tree/main/skills/deepxiv
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jkfee/Auto-Research --skill deepxiv-jkfee

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Researchers often face information overload when searching for open-access papers and deciding how deeply to read each result; DeepXiv provides a structured, progressive reading workflow to surface relevant papers and progressively reveal content as needed.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Layered reading: search, brief, head, and section views to minimize data load.
  • Trending and web-backed retrieval: surface current papers and metadata from Semantic Scholar.
  • Use Case: Start with a topic search, skim the brief, then drill into the Introduction of the top paper for a quick evaluation.

Quick Start

Tell DeepXiv to search for a topic, then read a brief summary and the Introduction section of the top result.

Frequently Asked Questions about deepxiv

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

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How do I progressively read open-access academic papers without information overload?

Progressive reading of open-access papers minimizes data load by using layered views like brief, head, and section reads to surface relevant content only as needed. You start with a search, skim the brief, then drill into specific sections.

What is the best way to find trending arxiv papers and retrieve their metadata?

Finding trending arxiv papers is handled through web-backed retrieval that surfaces current publications and pulls metadata using optional Semantic Scholar integration. This automates discovery and brings current research directly into your reading workflow.

How do I automate layered academic-paper discovery to reduce context window load?

Automated layered academic-paper discovery applies progressive reading commands to search, skim, and extract specific sections. This structured workflow reveals content sequentially, ensuring you only load the text necessary for quick evaluation.

Do I need a Python adapter or CLI to use Semantic Scholar integration for literature reading?

A Python adapter or the deepxiv CLI is required to execute the literature reading workflow. Optional Semantic Scholar integration is supported to enhance web-backed metadata retrieval during your paper discovery process.

Can I read just the Introduction section of a paper to quickly evaluate its relevance?

Reading just the Introduction section is fully supported through the section read functionality. This layered approach allows you to evaluate a paper's relevance quickly without loading the entire document into your context.

What are the limitations of progressive reading for open-access literature?

Progressive reading for open-access literature is limited to papers accessible through supported retrieval channels and Semantic Scholar. It does not bypass paywalls or extract text from sources lacking open-access metadata or compatible web-backed endpoints.