papers-skill
papers-skill is an learning AI skill with a core value of Skill for academic research workflows: search Semantic Scholar (200M+ papers), inspect citations, download arXiv PDFs, and extract PDF text. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the learning domain, boosting
efficiency, automating repetitive tasks, and optimizing workflows.
Skill for academic research workflows: search Semantic Scholar (200M+ papers), inspect citations, download arXiv PDFs, and extract PDF text. Bundles a self-contained Python CLI.
mkdir -p ./skills/papers-skill && curl -sfL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/sickn33/antigravity-awesome-skills/main/skills/papers-skill/SKILL.md -o ./skills/papers-skill/SKILL.mdRun in terminal / PowerShell. Requires curl (Unix) or PowerShell 5+ (Windows).
Skill Content
Skill for academic research workflows: search Semantic Scholar (200M+ papers), inspect citations, download arXiv PDFs, and extract PDF text. Bundles a self-contained Python CLI.
🎯 Best For
- Claude users
- Students
- Lifelong learners
- Educators
💡 Use Cases
- Using papers-skill in daily workflow
- Automating repetitive learning tasks
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply papers-skill to Your Work
Provide context for your task — paste source material, describe your audience, or share existing work to guide the AI.
- 4
Review and Refine
Edit the AI output for accuracy, tone, and completeness. Add human insight where the AI lacks context.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do I install papers-skill?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/papers-skill/SKILL.md, ready to use.
Can I customize this skill for my team?
Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Not reading the full skill
Skills contain important context and edge cases beyond the quick start.