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manuscript-scaffold

Generate LaTeX manuscript directories with journal templates and Overleaf Git integration.

30|8|Updated May 10, 2026
Search Tags:#git#research#manuscript#latex#academic-writing#overleaf#journal-template
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/youngeun1209/oh-my-claudecode-research --skill manuscript-scaffold
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: manuscript-scaffold
Source: https://github.com/youngeun1209/oh-my-claudecode-research/tree/main/skills/manuscript-scaffold
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/youngeun1209/oh-my-claudecode-research --skill manuscript-scaffold

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Setting up a LaTeX manuscript directory for academic research traditionally requires manually creating dozens of files, configuring journal-specific templates, and setting up version control or cloud sync, which is time-consuming and error-prone. This skill automates the entire scaffolding process with built-in safety guardrails.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Skeleton Creation: Generates a complete LaTeX manuscript folder with pre-structured section files, bibliography stub, git ignore rules, and a project README.
  • Journal Template Matching: Looks up target research venues in a strict, case-insensitive exact-match registry to apply official LaTeX document classes and bibliography styles, with no fuzzy matching to avoid incorrect template application.
  • Secure Overleaf Integration: Optionally links the local manuscript directory to an Overleaf Git remote, with strict credential handling that never persists authentication tokens to tracked files, and explicit user confirmation before any network push.
  • Use Case: A researcher starting a new conference paper can run this skill to get a ready-to-use manuscript folder pre-configured for the target venue's template and linked to their Overleaf project in seconds, without manual file creation or risky credential handling.

Quick Start

Use the manuscript-scaffold skill to set up a new LaTeX manuscript directory for your research project, optionally configured for your target journal and linked to your Overleaf account.

Frequently Asked Questions about manuscript-scaffold

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a LaTeX research manuscript directory automatically?▼

Scaffolding a LaTeX research manuscript directory is automated by generating a complete folder structure with pre-structured section files, a bibliography stub, git ignore rules, and a project README in seconds. This eliminates manual file creation and configuration work for academic writing projects.

Can I link my local LaTeX manuscript directory to an Overleaf Git remote?▼

Linking a local LaTeX manuscript directory to an Overleaf Git remote is supported with secure credential handling that never persists authentication tokens to tracked files. The integration requires explicit user confirmation before executing any network push operations.

What LaTeX files are included when scaffolding a new academic paper directory?▼

Scaffolding a new academic paper directory includes pre-structured section files, a bibliography stub, git ignore rules, and a project README. This automated skeleton creation provides a ready-to-use manuscript folder configured for your target venue's template.

Does the manuscript scaffolding process store my Overleaf Git credentials?▼

The manuscript scaffolding process does not store Overleaf Git credentials, enforcing strict security guardrails that never persist authentication tokens to tracked files. It also requires explicit user confirmation before performing any network push operations.

Why does the journal template matching use exact-match instead of fuzzy search?▼

Journal template matching uses exact-match instead of fuzzy search to avoid incorrect template application when applying official LaTeX document classes and bibliography styles. Target research venues are looked up in a strict, case-insensitive exact-match registry to ensure accuracy.

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