insert-reference-skill

Fetch target pages and validate citation metadata against URL references.

1|Updated Apr 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/steverozen/insert-reference-skill --skill insert-reference-skill
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: insert-reference-skill
Source: https://github.com/steverozen/insert-reference-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/steverozen/insert-reference-skill --skill insert-reference-skill

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents incorrect URL references by fetching the target page and verifying that the shown metadata (first author, year, title, venue) matches the citation text before insertion.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Fetches authoritative metadata from common target types (arXiv, Crossref/DOI, PubMed, bioRxiv/medRxiv, GitHub, and generic HTML pages via meta tags).
  • Verifies key descriptors against the fetched data and emits a structured verdict to gate edits.
  • Supports single-reference verification via scripts/verify_reference.py and batch verification via scripts/batch_verify.py to handle multiple references efficiently.

Quick Start

Run the single-reference verifier with a URL and the expected fields to validate a citation before insertion.

Frequently Asked Questions about insert-reference-skill

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify URL references before inserting them into a bibliography?

You can verify URL references by fetching the target page and validating that its surrounding metadata matches the citation. This confirms the first author, year, title, or venue against the fetched data before you insert it into a bibliography.

Can I batch verify multiple citations against their source URLs?

Yes, you can batch verify multiple citations against their source URLs using a dedicated batch verification script. This handles multiple references efficiently by fetching metadata and producing structured verdicts for the entire set.

Does URL reference verification work with arXiv, Crossref, and GitHub links?

Yes, URL reference verification supports arXiv, Crossref/DOI, PubMed, bioRxiv, medRxiv, and GitHub links. It fetches authoritative metadata from these specific platforms to validate your citation text before insertion.

What is the best way to check if a citation's HTML metadata matches the live page?

The best way to check if HTML metadata matches the live page is to fetch the target URL and extract its meta tags. The verifier compares these fetched meta tags against your expected citation fields to emit a structured verdict.

Why does my citation metadata not match the fetched URL data?

Citation metadata might not match fetched URL data if the target page was updated or if the citation text contains typos in the author, year, title, or venue. The verifier produces a report detailing these specific mismatches for you to correct.