paper-read

Extracts English-to-Korean translated research-paper summaries with explanations and highlights using PyMuPDF and Python libraries.

Updated May 18, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dkssyd13/.dotfiles --skill paper-read-dkssyd13
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: paper-read
Source: https://github.com/dkssyd13/.dotfiles/tree/main/claude/.claude/skills/paper-read
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dkssyd13/.dotfiles --skill paper-read-dkssyd13

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires pymupdf, pypdf2, python-docx, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive overview of research papers, including translation, section-by-section explanations, and category-based highlights, allowing users to deeply understand and analyze research papers efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Translation: Automatically translate research papers from English to Korean, maintaining domain-specific terminology.
  • Explanation: Provide detailed explanations for each section, clarifying complex concepts with analogies and examples.
  • Highlights: Offer two types of highlights: a 5-category and a 3-category highlighting system for easy navigation and understanding.
  • Use Case: Ideal for researchers, students, and professionals who need to quickly grasp the essence of a research paper and want to delve deeper into specific sections.

Quick Start

Use the paper-read skill with the paper folder path, e.g., 'paper-read /papers/research_paper_folder/'.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-read

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a section-by-section explanation of a research paper?

Research paper analysis tools provide section-by-section explanations by extracting text and clarifying complex concepts with analogies. You supply the paper folder path to generate a detailed breakdown of each section.

Can I translate a research paper from English to Korean while maintaining domain-specific terminology?

Yes, you can translate a research paper from English to Korean while preserving domain-specific terminology. The system performs automated translation alongside text extraction to ensure accurate technical context.

What is the best way to highlight key points across different sections of a research paper?

The best way to highlight key points in a research paper is using a categorized highlighting system. This tool offers both 5-category and 3-category highlighting options for easy navigation and quick understanding of core concepts.

Does PyMuPDF work for extracting text from research papers for translation and analysis?

Yes, PyMuPDF works for extracting text from research papers to enable translation and analysis. It is a required dependency for accurately pulling text content from PDF documents before generating explanations and highlights.

What Python libraries do I need to structure and present research paper highlights?

You need PyMuPDF, PyPDF2, and python-docx to structure and present research paper highlights. These libraries handle text extraction and document structuring to output a comprehensive overview with translations and explanations.

Are there limitations when generating a comprehensive overview of research papers with complex layouts?

Generating a comprehensive overview of research papers depends heavily on PyMuPDF text extraction accuracy. Papers with highly complex or non-standard PDF layouts may result in fragmented text, impacting the quality of translations and explanations.