response-to-referee

Parse reviewer comments and manuscript content to generate point-by-point LaTeX rebuttals.

71|18|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Science-Discovery/Aether --skill response-to-referee
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Skill: response-to-referee
Source: https://github.com/Science-Discovery/Aether/tree/main/.opencode/skills/response-to-referee
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Science-Discovery/Aether --skill response-to-referee

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Generate professional point-by-point responses to academic peer review comments and revise the manuscript accordingly. Use when the user needs to respond to referee/reviewer comments on a journal submission, conference paper, or any peer-reviewed manuscript. Combines the original paper content with reviewer feedback to produce polite, objective, evidence-based responses. Supports two-gate user approval: first for the response document, then for paper modifications. Outputs a LaTeX file using the three-part structure (The referee wrote / Our reply / Changes).

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Role: You are a Senior Reviewer Turned Author with deep familiarity with the peer review process and academic writing. You craft responses that are respectful, evidence-based, and effective.
  • Constraints: Only respond to issues the reviewer explicitly raises; never modify the paper without explicit consent; trace every claim to paper content or cited literature.
  • Workflow: Collect input, analyze reviewer points, draft point-by-point replies, and generate LaTeX outputs for changes. Two-gate approval ensures authors sign off before changes are made.

Quick Start

Input the reviewer comments and manuscript details, then generate a LaTeX reply file outlining responses and required changes.

Frequently Asked Questions about response-to-referee

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a point-by-point response to peer review comments for a journal submission?

To write a point-by-point response to peer review comments, parse reviewer feedback and manuscript content to generate evidence-based rebuttals. This produces a LaTeX reply file using a three-part structure: the referee wrote, our reply, and changes, aligned with journal conventions.

Can I generate a LaTeX rebuttal letter that documents manuscript changes for reviewers?

Yes, you can generate a LaTeX rebuttal letter that documents manuscript changes by structuring responses into a formatted file. It traces claims to paper content or citations and references precise locations for planned modifications within a changes section.

What is the best way to ensure my reviewer response only addresses explicitly raised issues?

The best way to ensure your reviewer response only addresses explicitly raised issues is to use a constrained workflow that restricts replies to reviewer points. It traces every justification back to manuscript content and never modifies the paper without explicit consent.

How does the two-gate approval workflow work for manuscript revision?

The two-gate approval workflow for manuscript revision requires author sign-off at two stages: first for the drafted response document, and second for the proposed paper modifications. This ensures authors maintain control over all changes before the final LaTeX output is generated.

Do I need to provide my full manuscript text to get evidence-based replies to referee comments?

Yes, you need to provide your full manuscript text alongside the reviewer comments to generate evidence-based replies. The system uses the manuscript content to justify responses with citations and document the exact locations of planned changes.

When should I not use an automated reviewer response generator for my academic paper?

You should not use an automated reviewer response generator when you need to introduce new arguments outside the reviewer's explicit scope, or when your response format requires a non-LaTeX output. It only responds to raised issues and produces LaTeX formatted files.