ray-papers-library

Search ReadCube Papers library by title, author, year, or keyword and retrieve PDF paths.

2|Updated Apr 7, 2026

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Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/soumyaray/ray-ai-skills --skill ray-papers-library

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ray-papers-library
Source: https://github.com/soumyaray/ray-ai-skills/tree/main/ray-papers-library
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/soumyaray/ray-ai-skills --skill ray-papers-library

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Find and retrieve academic papers and PDFs from the ReadCube Papers library on your device, enabling quick access to sources you need.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search by title, author, year, or keywords to locate papers in your library.
Retrieve PDFs and citations, and navigate collections or folders for organized knowledge.
Use with ReadCube Papers metadata to map files to their metadata and provide direct file paths.

Quick Start

Search for a specific paper by title, author, or keyword to retrieve its PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions about ray-papers-library

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search my ReadCube Papers library by author or year?▼

You can search your ReadCube Papers library by title, author, year, or keyword. The Skill queries your local database to locate matching papers and resolves the exact PDF file paths for quick retrieval.

Can I retrieve the absolute file path of a PDF from my ReadCube library?▼

Yes, you can retrieve absolute PDF file paths. The Skill uses read-only database queries and local filesystem paths to map ReadCube metadata to the exact locations of your PDF files.

How do I find and organize paper citations stored in ReadCube Papers?▼

To find and organize paper citations, you can search your library and navigate collections or folders. The Skill locates the metadata and PDFs within your ReadCube Papers library to help you organize your sources.

Does this Skill modify my ReadCube library when I search for papers?▼

No, it does not modify your ReadCube library. The Skill relies entirely on read-only database queries to search by title, author, or keyword, ensuring your library structure remains unchanged.

What is the best way to locate a specific academic PDF on my local device?▼

The best way to locate a specific academic PDF is to search your ReadCube Papers library by keyword or title. The Skill queries your local database to present the absolute filesystem path of the retrieved file.

Do I need ReadCube Papers installed to search for PDFs and citations?▼

Yes, you need ReadCube Papers installed. The Skill queries the ReadCube Papers database on your device and uses local filesystem paths to resolve exact PDF locations from your existing library.