rrwrite-plan-manuscript

Plan manuscript outlines from a repository according to journal guidelines.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/realmarcin/repo-research-writer --skill rrwrite-plan-manuscript
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Skill: rrwrite-plan-manuscript
Source: https://github.com/realmarcin/repo-research-writer/tree/main/.claude/skills/rrwrite-plan-manuscript
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/realmarcin/repo-research-writer --skill rrwrite-plan-manuscript

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plan manuscript outlines from a repository according to journal guidelines (Nature, PLOS, Bioinformatics). This capability helps researchers convert code, data, and documentation into a structured manuscript blueprint, reducing manual drafting time and ensuring alignment with target publication standards.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Analyze repository structure to map files (data, scripts, notebooks, README) to standard manuscript sections.
  • Adapt the outline to Nature Methods, PLOS Computational Biology, or Bioinformatics templates, including word limit guidance and section ordering.
  • Generate a ready-to-review outline at {target_dir}/outline.md and provide a validation workflow update for progress tracking.

Quick Start

Provide the repository path and target journal; RRWrite will generate {target_dir}/outline.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about rrwrite-plan-manuscript

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a manuscript outline from my research repository?

To generate a manuscript outline from a research repository, you provide the repository path and target journal. The system analyzes project structure, maps code and data files to sections, and outputs a structured outline file.

Can I adapt manuscript outlines to specific journal guidelines like Nature or PLOS?

Yes, you can adapt manuscript outlines to specific journal guidelines like Nature or PLOS. The system adjusts section ordering, formatting, and word limit guidance based on the selected publication template.

How do I link code, data, and notebooks to manuscript sections automatically?

To link code, data, and notebooks to manuscript sections automatically, the system analyzes the repository structure. It maps files like scripts, data, and documentation directly to standard manuscript sections.

What is the best way to ensure my manuscript draft aligns with journal word limits?

The best way to ensure manuscript drafts align with journal word limits is using automated outline generation. The system provides section word targets and validation-ready workflow updates to track progress.

Does the manuscript outline planner work with Bioinformatics journal templates?

Yes, the manuscript outline planner works with Bioinformatics journal templates. It supports adapting outlines to Bioinformatics, Nature Methods, and PLOS Computational Biology formatting and section ordering requirements.

What output format does the manuscript outline planner produce?

The manuscript outline planner produces an output file named outline.md in the target directory. This file contains section details, word targets, evidence files, and a validation-ready workflow update.