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Structured notes from a paper

Reading notes that separate claims, evidence and limitations, with page references.

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<PAPER>
{{paper_text}}
</PAPER>

<TASK>
Take reading notes for {{purpose}}.
</TASK>

<FORMAT>
Headings: Question, Method, Main findings (with page or section references), Limitations the authors state, Limitations you notice, Open questions, Useful quotes (verbatim, with references).
</FORMAT>

<CONSTRAINTS>
Quote only text that appears in the paper. Keep the authors’ claims separate from your assessment.
</CONSTRAINTS>

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  • Paper: {{paper_text}}
  • Task: Take reading notes for {{purpose}}.
  • Format: Headings: Question, Method, Main findings (with page or section references), Limitations the authors state, Limitations you notice, Open questions, Useful quotes (verbatim, with references).
  • Constraints: Quote only text that appears in the paper. Keep the authors’ claims separate from your assessment.

Tips

  • Long papers may exceed the model’s context; paste the sections you need.

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