paper-summarizer

Summarize a single academic paper with source-grounded claims, evidence, and methodology.

Updated Apr 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/siddvoh/sidds-claude-plugins --skill paper-summarizer
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: paper-summarizer
Source: https://github.com/siddvoh/sidds-claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/research/skills/paper-summarizer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/siddvoh/sidds-claude-plugins --skill paper-summarizer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a strict, source-grounded summary of a single academic paper, ensuring all conclusions trace to exact passages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Grounded Summary: Produces a fixed-schema summary (claims, evidence, methodology, limitations) anchored to the source text.
  • Single-Paper Scope: Designed for one-paper literature tasks, not multi-paper reviews.
  • Use Case: Researchers seeking verifiable takeaways for a specific publication to inform critique or replication planning.

Quick Start

Provide the full text of a single paper (PDF or accessible) to receive a grounded, structured summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-summarizer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get a grounded summary of an academic research paper?

To get a grounded summary of a research paper, provide the full text of a single publication to receive a structured breakdown of claims, evidence, methodology, and limitations anchored to exact source passages.

Can I summarize arXiv papers and local PDFs with line-by-line citations?

Yes, you can summarize arXiv papers, DOI-resolved publications, or local PDFs. The output provides explicit location citations and line-by-line grounding to ensure verifiable takeaways.

What is the best way to extract methodology and limitations from a single paper?

The best way to extract methodology and limitations from a single paper is using a fixed-schema summarization process, which clearly separates claims, evidence, and methods while anchoring them to the source text.

Does this approach work for multi-paper literature reviews?

No, this approach is designed strictly for single-paper literature tasks. It focuses on providing verifiable takeaways for one specific publication rather than summarizing multiple papers at once.

When do I need source-grounded summaries for reproducibility checks?

You need source-grounded summaries for reproducibility checks when you must verify that conclusions and methodology trace directly to exact passages in the publication before attempting to replicate the research.