fact-check

Verify claims in generated content against external sources with citations.

Updated Feb 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tyk-lab/my-ai-skill --skill fact-check-tyk-lab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: fact-check
Source: https://github.com/tyk-lab/my-ai-skill/tree/main/skills/fact-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tyk-lab/my-ai-skill --skill fact-check-tyk-lab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Systematic verification of claims in generated content. Designed to catch hallucinations, confabulations, and unsupported assertions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Separate verification pass after generation to validate each claim against external sources
  • Require explicit source citations for every verified claim
  • Applicable to research, journalism, and documentation workflows to improve trust and accuracy

Quick Start

Submit the content to be verified and run a separate verification pass against external sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about fact-check

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify claims in AI-generated content against external sources?

To verify claims in AI-generated content, you run a separate post-generation verification pass that identifies verifiable assertions and checks each one against external sources, requiring explicit source citations for every claim to catch hallucinations.

What is the best way to catch hallucinations and confabulations in generated research drafts?

Catching hallucinations in generated research drafts requires systematic post-generation verification, validating each verifiable assertion against external sources and demanding explicit source citations to ensure accuracy and traceability.

How do I check generated journalism content for unsupported assertions before publication?

Checking generated journalism content for unsupported assertions involves running a verification pass that isolates verifiable claims, cross-references them with external sources, and outputs a structured verification log with required source citations.

Does post-generation fact-checking require explicit citations for every claim?

Yes, post-generation fact-checking requires explicit source citations for every verified claim to ensure accuracy, providing a structured verification log that traces each assertion back to its external evidence.

Can I use automated claim verification for documentation workflows to improve trust?

Yes, you can use automated claim verification for documentation workflows by applying a separate verification pass to generated text, checking statements against external sources, and producing a structured log to improve overall trust.

What are the limitations of post-generation verification for catching hallucinations?

Post-generation verification for catching hallucinations depends on the availability of accessible external sources to validate claims, meaning assertions lacking verifiable external evidence cannot be fully confirmed or cited in the verification log.