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zotero-rag

Search Zotero PDF libraries semantically using RAG to locate passages and themes.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#context#zotero#rag#semantic-search#literature-review#passages
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nealcaren/sociology-writing-suite --skill zotero-rag
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: zotero-rag
Source: https://github.com/nealcaren/sociology-writing-suite/tree/main/plugins/sociology-writing-suite/skills/zotero-rag
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nealcaren/sociology-writing-suite --skill zotero-rag

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables semantic search for Zotero libraries using RAG to locate passages and thematic connections across PDFs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic search across Zotero collections to discover passages, quotes, and themes
  • Context expansion: get surrounding text around a quote or passage
  • Use Case: A literature review workflow where you want to map concepts across dozens of papers in Zotero

Quick Start

Install mcp-zotero with rag support and configure your Zotero library, then invoke /zotero-rag with your query.

Frequently Asked Questions about zotero-rag

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I do semantic search across my Zotero library for a literature review?▼

Semantic search across a Zotero library uses RAG to locate passages and thematic connections across PDFs, finding related discussions and obtaining expanded context around quotes.

Can I retrieve surrounding context around a specific passage in Zotero PDFs?▼

Yes, context expansion retrieves surrounding text around a quote or passage, allowing you to map concepts and explore meaning across dozens of papers in your Zotero collections.

What do I need to set up RAG for my Zotero PDF attachments?▼

You need a Zotero setup with the mcp-zotero package configured for rag, and a local attachments directory for indexing and retrieval to enable semantic search.

Does Zotero semantic search work for finding thematic connections across multiple papers?▼

Yes, applying RAG to your Zotero library locates passages and thematic connections across PDFs, enabling researchers to explore meaning and discover related discussions across collections.

Why does Zotero RAG require a local attachments directory?▼

A local attachments directory is required for indexing and retrieval to enable RAG, ensuring the semantic search can access and process the PDFs stored in your Zotero library.

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