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paper-read

Extract paper metadata and core insights into structured markdown notes.

7|1|Updated Mar 19, 2026
Search Tags:#research#metadata#notes#arxiv#paper#structured-notes
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Shiien/Self-Evolved-Research-Framework --skill paper-read
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: paper-read
Source: https://github.com/Shiien/Self-Evolved-Research-Framework/tree/main/skills/paper-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Shiien/Self-Evolved-Research-Framework --skill paper-read

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill automates turning scattered paper content into structured, easy-to-navigate notes by extracting metadata and organizing insights for quick reference.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Metadata extraction: title, authors, venue, year, and key contributions.
  • Structured notes: generates a front-matter YAML block and a readable summary.
  • Workflow integration: saves notes to resources/papers/{PAPER_ID}.md and updates an index if present.

Quick Start

Provide a paper (PDF, arXiv URL, or pasted text) to begin extracting notes.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-read

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract metadata and core insights from an arXiv paper?▼

To extract metadata and insights from an arXiv paper, provide the arXiv URL to the skill. It automatically parses the content and generates structured notes containing the title, authors, venue, year, and key contributions.

How do I turn a research PDF into structured markdown notes?▼

You can turn a research PDF into structured markdown notes by feeding the PDF file into this skill. It extracts the paper's metadata and core insights, then outputs a readable summary with a front-matter YAML block.

Can I generate deep research notes from pasted paper text?▼

Yes, you can generate deep research notes from pasted text by requesting the Deep Fey-R mode. This mode follows the Fey-R workflow to provide a deeper understanding of the paper's content beyond the standard quick triage.

Where are extracted paper notes saved and does the skill update an index?▼

Extracted paper notes are saved locally to resources/papers/{PAPER_ID}.md. If an index file is present in that directory, the skill automatically updates it to include the newly generated structured notes.

What is the difference between quick triage and deep understanding for paper reading?▼

Quick triage provides a fast standard extraction of paper metadata and core insights. Deep understanding utilizes the Deep Fey-R mode, which follows the Fey-R workflow to process the paper for more comprehensive and thorough structured notes.

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