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validate-bib

Cross-reference citations in TeX and Quarto files against bibliography entries.

8|2|Updated Apr 2, 2026
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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Felpix-Studios/social-science-research --skill validate-bib-felpix-studios
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: validate-bib
Source: https://github.com/Felpix-Studios/social-science-research/tree/main/skills/validate-bib
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Felpix-Studios/social-science-research --skill validate-bib-felpix-studios

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Cross-reference all citations in source files against bibliography entries to identify missing references, unused references, and potential citation-key typos, helping ensure bibliography completeness before submission.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Missing entries detection: identify citations used in source files that are not present in the bibliography.
  • Unused entries detection: report bibliography items that are not cited anywhere.
  • Quality checks: validate required fields (author, title, year, journal/booktitle) and formatting, with suggestions to fix issues.
  • Use Case: In a manuscript with TeX and Quarto sources, run this skill to clean up the bibliography before publishing.

Quick Start

Run the validation on the project to ensure all citations are defined and correctly used.

Frequently Asked Questions about validate-bib

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I check for missing citations and unused bibliography entries in a TeX or Quarto project?▼

You can cross-reference citations used in source files with bibliography entries to identify missing references and unused items. This validation scans manuscripts, articles, and reports to ensure bibliography completeness before submission.

Can I validate required fields like author, title, and year in a bib file?▼

Yes, validating required fields enforces standards for author, title, year, and journal or booktitle in your bibliography. It reports potential formatting typos or encoding issues and returns a structured diagnostic for review.

What is the best way to find citation key typos in a Quarto manuscript?▼

Cross-referencing citations against bibliography entries is the best way to find citation key typos in a Quarto manuscript. It scans source files to identify missing references and unused bibliography items, returning a structured diagnostic.

Does bibliography validation work with both .tex and .qmd source files?▼

Yes, bibliography validation is applicable to both TeX and Quarto projects. It scans .tex and .qmd manuscripts, articles, and reports for citation keys to cross-reference them with your bibliography entries.

Why do I have unused bibliography entries in my TeX document?▼

Unused bibliography entries occur when items in your bib file are not cited anywhere in the source files. Running a cross-reference validation reports these unused items so you can clean up your bibliography before publishing.

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