paper-review-reply

Generate structured point-by-point response letters for academic peer review comments.

1|Updated Apr 19, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/koach08/claude-code-skills --skill paper-review-reply
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Skill: paper-review-reply
Source: https://github.com/koach08/claude-code-skills/tree/main/skills/academic/paper-review-reply
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/koach08/claude-code-skills --skill paper-review-reply

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the stressful and time-consuming process of drafting academic peer review responses, ensuring that every reviewer comment is addressed professionally and logically.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Response Generation: Automatically formats responses into the standard academic point-by-point structure.
  • Change Tracking: Helps you clearly map specific manuscript revisions to corresponding reviewer comments.
  • Use Case: When you receive a list of critiques from a journal editor, use this skill to draft a polite, evidence-based rebuttal that includes specific page and line references for your manuscript changes.

Quick Start

Use the paper-review-reply skill to draft a response letter based on the reviewer comments in comments.txt and the manuscript file manuscript.tex.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-review-reply

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a point-by-point response letter for academic peer review?

To write a point-by-point response letter, you need to systematically address each peer review comment, document manuscript revisions with specific page and line references, and provide evidence-based rationale for any non-changes.

What is the standard format for a peer review rebuttal letter?

A standard peer review rebuttal letter formats responses point-by-point, clearly mapping specific manuscript revisions to corresponding reviewer comments while maintaining a formal academic tone and meeting journal submission requirements.

How do I structure a response to reviewer comments when I disagree with their suggestions?

When disagreeing with reviewer comments, structure your response by providing a clear, evidence-based rationale for non-changes, maintaining a polite and formal academic tone while logically documenting why specific revisions were not implemented.

Can I generate a journal submission response letter using my manuscript file and reviewer comments?

Yes, you can generate a journal submission response letter by processing your reviewer comments and manuscript file to automatically format structured, point-by-point responses that track changes and include specific page and line references.

What is the best way to track manuscript revisions against reviewer comments?

The best way to track manuscript revisions is to map specific manuscript changes directly to corresponding reviewer comments in a structured, point-by-point format, ensuring clear documentation of all edits and additional data included.

Does this approach work for documenting additional data requested during the peer review process?

Yes, this approach works for peer review by facilitating the systematic documentation and inclusion of additional data or analysis requested by reviewers, ensuring every comment is addressed with formal academic tone.